Boll: Ideological divides remain in Douglas County—but Home Rule offers a path forward
By Laureen Boll | Guest Commentary, Rocky Mountain Voice
As a 30-year resident of Douglas County, I’ve witnessed our community’s strength, resilience, and commitment to individual liberty. Yet, I was stunned in 2020 and 2021 when some community members surrendered their parental rights to government bureaucrats during the COVID-19 response, advocating for government-backed mandates on virtual learning, masking, and vaccinations.
Five years later, we face a similar battle with the proposed Home Rule ballot initiative. This is our chance to reclaim local control, and voters must consider the source of opposition to understand what’s at stake.
The Promise of Home Rule
Home Rule would empower Douglas County to design a government that reflects our values, not Denver’s one-siz...