WHOA

I have surprised by the amount of attention I am getting. I thought only CRs were reading this site though that is clearly not the case. I am finding myself under intense scrutiny from both the media and from internal elements of the Republican Party. But I remain fully committed to supporting Bill Ritter for Governor and all down-ticket Republican races. I cannot support Beauprez any longer and I felt it necessary to announce it.

A Change of Heart

After a lot of deliberation, I have come to the conclusion that I can no longer support Bob Beauprez to be the next Governor of Colorado. Instead, I will be supporting a real centrist who will not destroy the state budget and who can unite the state behind his Colorado values. I'm talking about Bill Ritter.

But isn't Ritter a Democrat? you might be asking. Yes, he is, but this race is about the future of Colorado and it's about a candidate who will stand for something instead of only against things (Bob Beauprez). Besides, I'm not the only Republican backing Ritter, there are a lot of county commissioners and state representatives (Republicans) who are recognizing that Ritter can cross the political aisle, and he's pro-life so no problem there.

What really drove me over the edge was two things. The first of those things is Beauprez's continued vendetta against higher ed funding and his irresponsible endorsement of John Caldara's HEAT ploy (which will cost $1 million just to distribute according to Treasurer Coffman).

I voiced my concerns to John Marshall a while ago and got this response:

From: John Marshall
To: Colorado CR Voice
Date: May 16, 2006 7:45 PM
Subject: RE: Referendum C and Tuition

Sorry for the delayed response. With only a few days until the convention, things around here are getting a little crazy.

To your question:

The movement to hold Ref C to the advertised $3.7 billion would not affect college tuition. In fact, the Governor this year proposed a 10% increase to higher ed, while still keeping the budget to only a 4% increase--well below what the Ref C cap would have held it to. Even capping Ref C at $3.7 billion provides for generous increases every year, which can go towards keeping tuition low if the Legislature chooses to spend the money in that way.

Ref C proponents said that $3.7 billion would solve the crisis the state was in. There's nothing particularly radical about holding the state to that figure.

Does this answer your question?


John Marshall
Beauprez for Governor
303-996-8388 (main)

At first it sounded good to me, then I thought about it and realized that even a %10 increase is not enough to offset the rising burden on higher ed and tuition will still increase!!!

The second thing that made me change my mind was the revelations about Beauprez in the Denver Post. Beauprez is revealed not only to not have an agenda (governor needs to stand for something not just against Congressman) but it also reveals he has apparent ties to the Russian mob>!? :(

I'm proud to join the ranks of Republicans for Ritter. I am looking forward to having a truly bipartisan Governor that we can all unite behind, even if he has the wrong letter after his name (maybe he can switch down the road like Senator Campbell). From now on I will be using this site to show why Republican students should consider voting for Bill Ritter.

Holtzman Off Ballot!

Marc Holtzman will not be on the August primary ballot. This leaves Bob Beauprez to face off with Bill Ritter in upcoming General Election.

We Stand by Our Colorado Candidate

Students for Beauprez is morally outraged by the scandalous story Progress Now put out against Colorado Congressman Bob Beauprez. There is no way a principled conservative would ever turn his back on our country. We urge college students across Colorado to contact Beauprez for Governor to get the real story.

Phone: (303) 996-8388 | Fax: (303) 496-1241

Congressman Bob Beauprez Lays Out Noteworthy Vision For Colorado!!

Colorado Congressman Bob Beauprez visited the Colorado Federation of College Republicans State Assembly over the weekend to speak with a room filled with College Republicans from all over. Congressman Beauprez spoke to several issues that are near and dear to someone from Northern Colorado.

Congressman Beauprez discussed how agriculture is still a major part of Colorado’s economy and how he plans to help foster more in the future. As we like to say up here, “He keeps the ‘country’ in Colorado!”

Congressman Beauprez touched on the affects of illegal immigration in relation to the agricultural industry of Colorado. He discussed how he had experience dealing with illegal immigrants who only work for a few months and then leave. I believe that he truly understands how this negatively affects businesses.

Congressman Beauprez also talked about how when he was Colorado Republican Party State Chairman there were only a handful of College Republican chapters, but now there are dozens! This just goes to show the leadership of Bob Beauprez.

Needless to say, I was blown away at the chance to hear one of Colorado’s most recognized Congressman and hear his vision for Colorado. I was also excited when CO College Republican Voice asked me to be a contributor to that and the Students For Bob Beauprez For Governor Blog.

My only regret is that more College Republicans were not present to hear this riveting speech.

Welcome New Blogger!!!

First I need to apologize to Congressman Beauprez for not attending the College Republican State Convention. My car broke down north of Castle Rock. I heard that he did an amazing job.

The new blogger on this website (CSU CR) was in attendance at the State Convention and is preparing an overview of the event and festivities.

Also, their post will be available on the Students for Beauprez Blog as well.

Beauprez to Attend CR Assembly

Colorado's next Governor is going to be attending the State CR Assembly on Saturday, April 22. Word on the street is that Colorado Congressman Bob Beauprez is going to attend and present his far-reaching vision to lead Colorado into the future. I know I'm looking forward to hearing what he has to say.

Extremely reliable sources have been informing CRs that the Congressman's primary opponent is going to cancel on the assembly. Well, we all know that only one of these candidates takes students seriously and I think we all know who that is.

Hip-Hip Beauprez!

I just got back from the El Paso County Assembly and Congressman Beauprez was there, all I can say is "Wow!" He was greeted by a wild chant of "Hip-Hip Beauprez" led by El Paso County's very own Chuck Broerman! He milked support out of that room like he might milk a cow, I can't wait until state assembly. Judging by his reception in El Paso and how outnumbered the other guy was, I am looking forward to a Beauprez victory.