Politics - The Durango Herald

Biden passed that torch slowly, hanging on until the wheels finally came off

There were telling indications president had been listening all along to drop out of race

DATE: Jul 23, 2024 | CATEGORY: Nation & World

Key Colorado Democrats react to Biden withdrawing from presidential run

Gov. Jared Polis, senators endorse Harris as new nominee

DATE: Jul 21, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Biden drops out of 2024 race after disastrous debate inflamed age concerns. VP Harris gets his nod

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race for the White House on Sunday, ending his bid for reelection following a disastrous debate with Donald Trump that raised do...

DATE: Jul 21, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

La Plata County residents react to attempted assassination

People question security lapses, availability of guns and mental health among young people

DATE: Jul 16, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Trump supporters take part in ‘freedom ride’ in wake of rally shooting

About 35 people gathered at the Durango Mall on Sunday, head toward downtown

DATE: Jul 14, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado elected officials offer prayers for former President Donald Trump and others after apparent shooting

Colorado’s elected officials and political candidates are offering prayers for former President Donald Trump and others after a shooting at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania Saturday evening....

DATE: Jul 14, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Nearly $6 million was spent on Colorado’s legislative primaries. Here’s how it affected the outcome

In 10 races where state-level super PACs, some funded by hidden sources, spent to help Democratic candidates viewed as more moderate, eight won

DATE: Jul 8, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Barbara McLachlan’s career in the Colorado Legislature comes to a close

The four-term representative reflects on her time in the statehouse

DATE: Jul 7, 2024 | CATEGORY:

Durango celebrates Independence Day at Rotary Park

Residents thankful for friends and family, also criticize divisive politics

DATE: Jul 4, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado Gov. Polis noncommittal on calls for Biden to step aside

The Democrat focused on dangers of second Trump presidency amid post-debate concerns about Biden’s candidacy

DATE: Jun 29, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News

League of Women Voters’ ‘Undivide Us’ screening sparks authentic dialogue with Durango area residents

About 70 attend film watch party at public library

DATE: Jun 26, 2024 | CATEGORY: Local News

Group tied to Kent Thiry drops $1.1 million into Colorado legislative primaries in final days before election

The money from Let Colorado Vote Action targets 13 races and supports more moderate Democratic and Republican candidates in their races against their more liberal or conservative opponents

DATE: Jun 23, 2024 | CATEGORY: Regional News