Author name: Heidi Ganahl

Ganahl: Our loyalty is to the truth, not political convenience

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As the saying goes, no good deed goes unpunished.  Especially from your own party if you’re a republican in Colorado.

Yesterday, March 27, the Rocky Mountain Voice team received a tip that there were over $100,000 in campaign finance violations in two committees run by Darcy Schoening, a candidate for Chair of the GOP, and that another news organization was about to break the story. 

With the lack of balance in our Colorado media, we were concerned this would be a one sided “hit piece” so we decided to write our own piece to approach it in a fair way.

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Ganahl: Smears and fearmongering—The fight for John Adams Academy and school choice in Douglas County

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In Douglas County, Colorado, a battle over education choice is brewing as efforts to open a new classical charter school, the John Adams Academy, face fierce opposition. Spearheading the initiative is Ellie Reynolds, a Sterling Ranch resident and mom, and Kim Gilmartin, a seasoned advocate for school choice, who has helped launch multiple classical charter schools across the state.  

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Ganahl: Parents speak up about rash of alleged sex crimes by staff in Jefferson County schools

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A letter sent by parent-led organization Jeffco Kids First (JKF) to the superintendent of Jefferson County schools and its board of education on Feb. 7, urges them to acknowledge shocking and dangerous issues in the district.

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Ganahl: The actions of Gov. Polis and Democrats speak louder than words — Colorado is a sanctuary state

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Despite Colorado Gov. Jared Polis’ assertions to the contrary, the state has increasingly been adopting policies and laws that align with the characteristics of a sanctuary state, significantly limiting the enforcement capabilities of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) within its borders. 

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Ganahl: A response to Gov. Polis’ State of the State address

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Hi there it’s  Heidi Ganahl, and today I’m here to set the record straight on Governor Polis’ rosy vision for Colorado. While his speech may sound polished, it paints a very different picture than the reality Coloradans are facing every day. Let’s talk about the challenges that weren’t mentioned — or were glossed over.

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Tina Peters appeal filed while justice awaits Jena Griswold

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The legal journey of Tina Peters, former Clerk and Recorder of Mesa County, Colorado, has become emblematic of the contentious debates surrounding election integrity and judicial fairness.  Peters now seeks bond pending appeal, citing significant procedural and constitutional concerns in her trial.

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