Jax 4 EPCO
@jax4epcountyd5.bsky.social
The first November 2026 Democratic Party Candidate for El Paso County Commissioner District 5, the heart of the City of Colorado Springs, CO. #Adelante ✊🏾
https://www.jax4elpasocounty.com/
https://www.jax4elpasocounty.com/
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"Of more than two dozen people arrested for impeding or assaulting federal officers or other protest-related offenses amid demonstrations ... in the Chicago area, none have gone to trial and charges have been dropped against at least nine of them, The Associated Press reported."
"Of more than two dozen people arrested for impeding or assaulting federal officers or other protest-related offenses amid demonstrations ... in the Chicago area, none have gone to trial and charges have been dropped against at least nine of them, The Associated Press reported."
I am grateful for many things this year.
As I reflect on this holiday, Marimar Martinez is one of the people I'm thinking of and feel thankful they're alive.
The federal agents who attempted murder in shooting her should be prosecuted by the State of Illinois.
www.cnn.com/2025/11/21/u...
As I reflect on this holiday, Marimar Martinez is one of the people I'm thinking of and feel thankful they're alive.
The federal agents who attempted murder in shooting her should be prosecuted by the State of Illinois.
www.cnn.com/2025/11/21/u...
Text messages and a moved SUV: How the government’s case against a Chicago woman shot by a Border Patrol agent fell apart | CNN
A wide grin was plastered on Marimar Martinez’s face Thursday as she thanked her attorneys outside an Illinois courtroom and told reporters, “I’m just blessed. I’m happy.”
www.cnn.com
November 27, 2025 at 11:16 PM
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"Of more than two dozen people arrested for impeding or assaulting federal officers or other protest-related offenses amid demonstrations ... in the Chicago area, none have gone to trial and charges have been dropped against at least nine of them, The Associated Press reported."
"Of more than two dozen people arrested for impeding or assaulting federal officers or other protest-related offenses amid demonstrations ... in the Chicago area, none have gone to trial and charges have been dropped against at least nine of them, The Associated Press reported."
I am grateful for many things this year.
As I reflect on this holiday, Marimar Martinez is one of the people I'm thinking of and feel thankful they're alive.
The federal agents who attempted murder in shooting her should be prosecuted by the State of Illinois.
www.cnn.com/2025/11/21/u...
As I reflect on this holiday, Marimar Martinez is one of the people I'm thinking of and feel thankful they're alive.
The federal agents who attempted murder in shooting her should be prosecuted by the State of Illinois.
www.cnn.com/2025/11/21/u...
Text messages and a moved SUV: How the government’s case against a Chicago woman shot by a Border Patrol agent fell apart | CNN
A wide grin was plastered on Marimar Martinez’s face Thursday as she thanked her attorneys outside an Illinois courtroom and told reporters, “I’m just blessed. I’m happy.”
www.cnn.com
November 27, 2025 at 11:07 PM
I am grateful for many things this year.
As I reflect on this holiday, Marimar Martinez is one of the people I'm thinking of and feel thankful they're alive.
The federal agents who attempted murder in shooting her should be prosecuted by the State of Illinois.
www.cnn.com/2025/11/21/u...
As I reflect on this holiday, Marimar Martinez is one of the people I'm thinking of and feel thankful they're alive.
The federal agents who attempted murder in shooting her should be prosecuted by the State of Illinois.
www.cnn.com/2025/11/21/u...
Deeply condolences to Sen. Winter's family & friends in this tragic time.
As a young Dem woman seeking to serve in elected office, she made a difference in my life as a founder of Emerge CO.
I know she made a difference in the lives of many.
coloradosun.com/2025/11/26/f...
#copolitics
As a young Dem woman seeking to serve in elected office, she made a difference in my life as a founder of Emerge CO.
I know she made a difference in the lives of many.
coloradosun.com/2025/11/26/f...
#copolitics
Colorado state senator killed in multi-vehicle crash south of Denver
Faith Winter, a Broomfield Democrat, was a fierce advocate for transit. She was entering her 12th and final year as a state lawmaker.
coloradosun.com
November 27, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Deeply condolences to Sen. Winter's family & friends in this tragic time.
As a young Dem woman seeking to serve in elected office, she made a difference in my life as a founder of Emerge CO.
I know she made a difference in the lives of many.
coloradosun.com/2025/11/26/f...
#copolitics
As a young Dem woman seeking to serve in elected office, she made a difference in my life as a founder of Emerge CO.
I know she made a difference in the lives of many.
coloradosun.com/2025/11/26/f...
#copolitics
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Good morning to Brazilian reporter Manuela Borges, who’s been waiting eleven years for this petty moment. ❤️ 🇧🇷
November 26, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Good morning to Brazilian reporter Manuela Borges, who’s been waiting eleven years for this petty moment. ❤️ 🇧🇷
How did Colorado Springs become the epicenter of evangelical capitalism? What's the link between the Air Force and Christian Conservatism? And how did Donald Trump become the Prayer Warrior In Chief? That's what Will Schultz and I are reckoning with this morning. Links below.
November 25, 2025 at 4:38 PM
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Colorado unveils effort to help affordable housing developers navigate mountain of paperwork for tax credits, financing coloradosun.com/2025/11/25/c... #copolitics #coleg
Colorado unveils effort to help affordable housing developers navigate mountain of paperwork for tax credits, financing
The Housing Hub Colorado is a one-stop website offering developers information on housing tax credits and financing options and how to apply. It will be followed by a common application.
coloradosun.com
November 25, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Colorado unveils effort to help affordable housing developers navigate mountain of paperwork for tax credits, financing coloradosun.com/2025/11/25/c... #copolitics #coleg
What if things were more fair when it comes to our state's tax laws?
A better world is possible!
#copolitics #coloradosprings
A better world is possible!
#copolitics #coloradosprings
"There’s a feeling in the air since Election Day that is palpable and electric. It is — dare we say — hope." #coleg
Colorado’s repeated state budget deficits reason we need graduated income tax
Voters deserve chance to rethink our state spending and change Colorado Constitution to change tax structure.
coloradosun.com
November 25, 2025 at 4:35 PM
What if things were more fair when it comes to our state's tax laws?
A better world is possible!
#copolitics #coloradosprings
A better world is possible!
#copolitics #coloradosprings
As an under 40 candidate with a primary opponent 32 years my senior, please share your thoughts on this article's premise:
The Democratic Party is facing a moment of inner turmoil over those of us demanding leadership roles as the next generation.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/22/u...
#copolitics
The Democratic Party is facing a moment of inner turmoil over those of us demanding leadership roles as the next generation.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/22/u...
#copolitics
As Democrats Look to a New Generation, John Larson Hangs On
www.nytimes.com
November 24, 2025 at 3:31 AM
As an under 40 candidate with a primary opponent 32 years my senior, please share your thoughts on this article's premise:
The Democratic Party is facing a moment of inner turmoil over those of us demanding leadership roles as the next generation.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/22/u...
#copolitics
The Democratic Party is facing a moment of inner turmoil over those of us demanding leadership roles as the next generation.
www.nytimes.com/2025/11/22/u...
#copolitics
A historian explains how the Pilgrims took over Thanksgiving – and who has been erased | PBS News share.google/4pt2OAxw2mTV...
A historian explains how the Pilgrims took over Thanksgiving – and who has been erased
Communal rituals of giving thanks have a longer history in North America, and it was only around the turn of the 20th century that most people in the U.S. came to associate Thanksgiving with Plymouth ...
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November 24, 2025 at 1:16 AM
A historian explains how the Pilgrims took over Thanksgiving – and who has been erased | PBS News share.google/4pt2OAxw2mTV...
Disappointing to see our El Paso county sheriff's office completely disregard the separation between church and state with this venue choice.
The El Paso County Commissioner chambers is a large and appropriate place to conduct such a ceremony.
#coloradosprings
www.kktv.com/2025/11/21/3...
The El Paso County Commissioner chambers is a large and appropriate place to conduct such a ceremony.
#coloradosprings
www.kktv.com/2025/11/21/3...
37 deputies graduate El Paso County training academy
The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office (EPCO) held its Regional Training Academy Class 25-2 Graduation Ceremony on Thursday.
www.kktv.com
November 22, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Disappointing to see our El Paso county sheriff's office completely disregard the separation between church and state with this venue choice.
The El Paso County Commissioner chambers is a large and appropriate place to conduct such a ceremony.
#coloradosprings
www.kktv.com/2025/11/21/3...
The El Paso County Commissioner chambers is a large and appropriate place to conduct such a ceremony.
#coloradosprings
www.kktv.com/2025/11/21/3...
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Keep this story in the news.
"Man Detained by ICE Found Dead, Hanging With Hands and Feet Tied—Attorney"
www.newsweek.com/ice-detainee...
"Man Detained by ICE Found Dead, Hanging With Hands and Feet Tied—Attorney"
www.newsweek.com/ice-detainee...
Man detained by ICE found dead, hanging with hands and feet tied—attorney
The Chinese national died in Pennsylvania in August, but his family's requests for answers from DHS have gone unmet.
www.newsweek.com
November 21, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Keep this story in the news.
"Man Detained by ICE Found Dead, Hanging With Hands and Feet Tied—Attorney"
www.newsweek.com/ice-detainee...
"Man Detained by ICE Found Dead, Hanging With Hands and Feet Tied—Attorney"
www.newsweek.com/ice-detainee...
I CONDEMN DONALD TRUMP FOR DEMANDING THE STATE EXECUTION OF SIX ELECTED PUBLIC SERVANTS WHO USED FREE SPEECH TO ENCOURAGE ARMED FORCES PERSONNEL TO ABIDE BY OUR UNITED STATES LAWS.
#COPOLITICS #COLORADOSPRINGS
www.usatoday.com/story/news/n...
#COPOLITICS #COLORADOSPRINGS
www.usatoday.com/story/news/n...
'Punishable by death': Trump decries Dems as seditionists. What does he mean?
The president accused a group of Democrats of "seditious behavior, punishable by death."
www.usatoday.com
November 21, 2025 at 5:15 PM
I CONDEMN DONALD TRUMP FOR DEMANDING THE STATE EXECUTION OF SIX ELECTED PUBLIC SERVANTS WHO USED FREE SPEECH TO ENCOURAGE ARMED FORCES PERSONNEL TO ABIDE BY OUR UNITED STATES LAWS.
#COPOLITICS #COLORADOSPRINGS
www.usatoday.com/story/news/n...
#COPOLITICS #COLORADOSPRINGS
www.usatoday.com/story/news/n...
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Clean campaign pledges in democratic primaries are designed to benefit the candidates who are aligned with the oligarchs. We have to reject the politics of big money, small ideas and generic platitudes. Our economy is broken for the working class and policies that tinker around the edges won’t work
Colorado's establishment Dem blog of record making a fairly overt threat re: a rumored primary challenge to Hickenlooper. www.coloradopols.com/diary/218469...
November 16, 2025 at 2:25 AM
Clean campaign pledges in democratic primaries are designed to benefit the candidates who are aligned with the oligarchs. We have to reject the politics of big money, small ideas and generic platitudes. Our economy is broken for the working class and policies that tinker around the edges won’t work
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Bless @sophiegilbert.bsky.social @theatlantic.com: "The past decade has been a gloomy lesson in how limited a proportion of men actually see women as equal human beings...The fish rots from the head. The pig is in the Oval Office." www.theatlantic.com/culture/2025...
The Pig Is in the White House
This is what consequence-free misogyny looks like.
www.theatlantic.com
November 20, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Bless @sophiegilbert.bsky.social @theatlantic.com: "The past decade has been a gloomy lesson in how limited a proportion of men actually see women as equal human beings...The fish rots from the head. The pig is in the Oval Office." www.theatlantic.com/culture/2025...
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Several Indigenous short films will be streamed for free by the National Museum of the American Indian from November 21 (5 PM ET) to November 28, 2025 (5 PM ET).
americanindian.si.edu/native-cinem...
americanindian.si.edu/native-cinem...
Shorts - Native Cinema Showcase 2025
Welcome to Native Cinema Showcase 2024
americanindian.si.edu
November 21, 2025 at 2:54 AM
Several Indigenous short films will be streamed for free by the National Museum of the American Indian from November 21 (5 PM ET) to November 28, 2025 (5 PM ET).
americanindian.si.edu/native-cinem...
americanindian.si.edu/native-cinem...
Forever in our hearts:
Daniel Aston
Kelly Loving
Ashley Paugh
Derrick Rump
Raymond Green Vance
#coloradosprings
Daniel Aston
Kelly Loving
Ashley Paugh
Derrick Rump
Raymond Green Vance
#coloradosprings
Today marks three years since the shooting at Club Q in Colorado Springs that left five people dead. In 2023, we spoke to four survivors who shared how their lives changed a year later. Read what they had to say here.
After Club Q: Surviving the unthinkable and navigating the journey forward
Four survivors reflect on life since the deadly shooting at an LGBTQ nightclub in Colorado Springs.
www.cpr.org
November 19, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Forever in our hearts:
Daniel Aston
Kelly Loving
Ashley Paugh
Derrick Rump
Raymond Green Vance
#coloradosprings
Daniel Aston
Kelly Loving
Ashley Paugh
Derrick Rump
Raymond Green Vance
#coloradosprings
I demand integrity among my Party because I am a public servant.
Having a 'D' next to your name doesn't mean immunity from being held accountable for your actions & behavior. #copolitics
coloradosun.com/2025/11/18/c...
Having a 'D' next to your name doesn't mean immunity from being held accountable for your actions & behavior. #copolitics
coloradosun.com/2025/11/18/c...
Colorado Ethics Commission advances complaints against Democrats who attended dark money-funded retreat
The Democratic lawmakers face allegations they violated the state’s gift ban by attending a Vail retreat with lobbyists paid for by dark money
coloradosun.com
November 19, 2025 at 4:36 AM
I demand integrity among my Party because I am a public servant.
Having a 'D' next to your name doesn't mean immunity from being held accountable for your actions & behavior. #copolitics
coloradosun.com/2025/11/18/c...
Having a 'D' next to your name doesn't mean immunity from being held accountable for your actions & behavior. #copolitics
coloradosun.com/2025/11/18/c...
*no one*:
Me: why, yes, the campaign is going well. The people stepping up to help & donate give me great hope for the future and are the greatest motovation. ...
And also, "the last samurai standing" is a legit distraction calling on my discipline. 😅
www.forbes.com/sites/paulta...
Me: why, yes, the campaign is going well. The people stepping up to help & donate give me great hope for the future and are the greatest motovation. ...
And also, "the last samurai standing" is a legit distraction calling on my discipline. 😅
www.forbes.com/sites/paulta...
A New Update On ‘Last Samurai Standing’ Season 2 On Netflix
Will Last Samurai Standing get a season 2 on Netflix? There's a new update on that front you need to know about.
www.forbes.com
November 18, 2025 at 11:50 PM
*no one*:
Me: why, yes, the campaign is going well. The people stepping up to help & donate give me great hope for the future and are the greatest motovation. ...
And also, "the last samurai standing" is a legit distraction calling on my discipline. 😅
www.forbes.com/sites/paulta...
Me: why, yes, the campaign is going well. The people stepping up to help & donate give me great hope for the future and are the greatest motovation. ...
And also, "the last samurai standing" is a legit distraction calling on my discipline. 😅
www.forbes.com/sites/paulta...
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Democrats who think they have a future in leadership have to realize they can't be attached to the broligarchy and corporate donors.
www.axios.com/2025/11/16/a...
www.axios.com/2025/11/16/a...
Scoop: AOC's ad outscores Newsom's in California redistricting campaign
The report is a sign the progressive star could be a formidable opponent against Newsom — even in his home state — in a presidential primary.
www.axios.com
November 17, 2025 at 3:31 AM
Democrats who think they have a future in leadership have to realize they can't be attached to the broligarchy and corporate donors.
www.axios.com/2025/11/16/a...
www.axios.com/2025/11/16/a...
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I just don’t see how we can pretend even for a moment that anything involving our federal government is remotely normal when the president is covering up his involvement in a child sex trafficking ring. Like, what are we doing here
November 15, 2025 at 1:14 AM
I just don’t see how we can pretend even for a moment that anything involving our federal government is remotely normal when the president is covering up his involvement in a child sex trafficking ring. Like, what are we doing here
"I think that the most important takeaway from this is not only that we collected $2.3 million ... but we enforced the rights of 7,200 workers," said "That second number in particular, those are lives touched by our work ..."
- Matthew Fritz-Mauer, Labor division of the Denver Auditor's Office
- Matthew Fritz-Mauer, Labor division of the Denver Auditor's Office
November 14, 2025 at 2:45 AM
"I think that the most important takeaway from this is not only that we collected $2.3 million ... but we enforced the rights of 7,200 workers," said "That second number in particular, those are lives touched by our work ..."
- Matthew Fritz-Mauer, Labor division of the Denver Auditor's Office
- Matthew Fritz-Mauer, Labor division of the Denver Auditor's Office
The spectrum of the housing crisis looks different for each community, but the bottomline is the same:
It's not OK for working people to be priced out of living in safe, quality housing.
Source: Shelterforce
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It's not OK for working people to be priced out of living in safe, quality housing.
Source: Shelterforce
search.app/aQ3Pz
Inside the Colorado Town Where Public Camping Is Considered Workforce Housing
To ease the burden of finding affordable housing, Buena Vista officials say businesses can let employees live on their property—temporarily.
search.app
November 13, 2025 at 6:32 PM
The spectrum of the housing crisis looks different for each community, but the bottomline is the same:
It's not OK for working people to be priced out of living in safe, quality housing.
Source: Shelterforce
search.app/aQ3Pz
It's not OK for working people to be priced out of living in safe, quality housing.
Source: Shelterforce
search.app/aQ3Pz
Happy World Kindness Day, everyone!
www.usatoday.com/story/life/h...
Everything so expensive rn, but kindness is free! 🤗
www.usatoday.com/story/life/h...
Everything so expensive rn, but kindness is free! 🤗
a yellow heart with the words " be kind " on it
ALT: a yellow heart with the words " be kind " on it
media.tenor.com
November 13, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Happy World Kindness Day, everyone!
www.usatoday.com/story/life/h...
Everything so expensive rn, but kindness is free! 🤗
www.usatoday.com/story/life/h...
Everything so expensive rn, but kindness is free! 🤗