The Pueblo Chieftain editorial: Pinata bashing
We understand why some in the local Hispanic community are afraid of President Donald Trump and his ideas about immigration and deportation.
They’re especially afraid because it’s clear that the president intends to move swiftly on his campaign promises; they weren’t just a lot of talk.
So those who are afraid of families being separated because of deportation have reason to fear.
We understand why some in the local Hispanic community feel that they must strongly protest against Trump and his ideas.
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Michael Karlik
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Updated 10 minutes ago
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Colorado’s unprecedented AI law can’t be enforced yet, court says
Marianne Goodland
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Updated 4 minutes ago
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Marianne Goodland
marianne.goodland@coloradopolitics.com
Updated 2 hours ago
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Marianne Goodland
marianne.goodland@coloradopolitics.com
Updated 2 hours ago
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Marissa Ventrelli
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Updated 3 hours ago
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Colorado Politics
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Updated 5 hours ago
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Marissa Ventrelli
marissa.ventrelli@coloradopolitics.com
Updated 3 hours ago
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Michael Karlik
michael.karlik@coloradopolitics.com
Updated 5 hours ago
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Hailey Bullis and Lauren Green, Washington Examiner
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Updated 5 hours ago
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Christian Datoc, Washington Examiner
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Updated 5 hours ago
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