Colorado Must Lead on the Gig Economy
Gig workers are not entitled to benefits and protections, according to the federal government. Colorado has an obligation to lead the way and help workers.
Checking In: Asset Building Legislation in Colorado
With the Colorado legislature winding down, let's look at legislation moving to help Coloradans build assets and wealth.
Checking In: Workplace Equity Legislation in Colorado
With the Colorado legislature winding down, what have they done so far to increase workplace equity in the state? We take a look to find out.
Checking In: Student Debt Legislation in Colorado
The Colorado legislature has just passed the three-quarters mark of the 2019 session. What's it doing to address student debt issues in Colorado?
Trump’s Overtime Proposal Won’t Help Many People
The Trump administration's proposal for raising the salary threshold to receive overtime pay doesn't go far enough and won't help enough Coloradans.
The Shared Responsibility of Paid Leave
Shared responsibility used to be the social contract between employee and employer — pensions, raises, and other benefits were the norm — but that contract has eroded.
Tax Credits: The Wrong Approach for Paid Leave
A survey from Ernst and Young shows fewer than 40 percent of employers would offer paid leave if tax credits were put in place
Focusing on Colorado’s Future: What Our New Leaders Must Do
Winning an election is only the beginning. Now is the time to get things done to help Coloradans thrive. Here are a few places to start.
‘Fix Our Damn Roads’ Will Crush Our Damn Budget
No matter how clever its name may be, "Fix Our Damn Roads" only threatens to blow up our economic position and put our state in a fiscal hole.
Amendment 74 is Wrong for Colorado
Voting no on Amendment 74 is the only logical response given the evidence in front of us.
