The Honey Badger Report #6

Sponsored by Parker Conservatives

Honey Badger Report #6,

September 2023

In this issue:

The Insanity of the Republican Establishment
Tip of the Hat
Jared Polis's Master Stroker to Outwit Criminals
The Grand Illusion of Justice
Liberty Scorecard, Colorado
Why Politicians Yell
Colorado's Voter Mess
Douglas County School Board Election
The Middle is NOT a Postion Concerning Issues of the Day
2024 Republican Presidential Primary
Parker Conservative Business Directory

The Insanity of the Republican Establishment

In Douglas County & Colorado

They say insanity is doing the same thing over and over again, expecting different results. If that's the case, then the Republican establishment has lost its mind. It's a sad spectacle to witness, especially here in Douglas County, and in the state of Colorado, where we're fed up with the tired old routines.

These establishment figures are so entrenched in their ways, so addicted to their failures, that they've become a parody of themselves. They're clinging to the past like it's a lifeline, and they'd rather lose nobly than win with fresh ideas. They want to keep playing the same losing game, and it's nothing short of insanity.

But let's be clear, this isn't just about stale tactics or stubborn washed-up leaders refusing to change. This is a betrayal of conservative principles. This is a failure of leadership. This is a refusal to fight for what's right.

Here in Douglas County and Colorado, we're not interested in playing nice with the Democrats, and we're certainly not interested in the same old song and dance. We want new tactics, fresh ideas, and a willingness to stand firm on our conservative values. We want to fight, and we want to win.

If that sounds unorthodox, then good. Unorthodox is what we need. We're tired of the establishment's cowardice and capitulation. We're tired of them bartering away our values for some fleeting chance at victory. We're tired of their insanity.

So to the establishment, I say this: Wake up or get out of the way. Your fear of change, your willingness to repeat the same mistakes, and your failure to adapt have no place in the new grassroots conservative movement. We're not interested in your broken record. We're not interested in your comfortable defeat.

We're here to win, and we won't be held back by those too afraid to change. In Douglas County and in Colorado, we're ready to lead the charge. We're ready to show the rest of the nation what true conservative leadership looks like. We're ready to fight, and we won't be silenced by those too scared to win.

The time for playing the same old game is over. The time for insanity is done. The time for action is now. It's time for the establishment to wake up or step aside. We've got a battle to win, and we won't be stopped. Not now. Not ever. We're done with insanity. We're ready for victory.

"Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction.

We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream.

It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same".

Ronald Reagan

I want to give a "Tip of the Hat" 🎩 this month to Jimmy Graham, Amy Windju, Arron Wood and Smith & Rita Young for their relentless charge to stop Castle Rock Pride from exposing children in Douglas County to Drag Queen trash shows.

A very special shout-out to:

Amy Windju and Arron Wood!

Be sure to thank them the next time you see them

Do you know someone that works hard for the greater good? Send me a note with the person's name and why we should highlight them. I'll see about having them in an upcoming issue.

Jared Polis's Master Stroker to Outwit Criminals - Or So He Thought

Ah, our Colorado. Beautiful landscapes, the Rocky Mountains, and now, the pioneering spirit of taking a bite out of gun violence by... wait for it... preventing 18-year-olds from buying firearms. Yes, because as we all know, the overwhelming majority of criminals stroll into gun stores, slap their IDs on the counter, and legally purchase their weapons of choice. Nailed it, Governor Polis!

Governor Polis had a giant brainfart that you can smell from the capital to Douglas County, one undoubtedly meant to shower him with praises from the annals of progressive history, raising the firearm purchase age to 21. But, in a twist that absolutely no one could have seen coming, (well, unless you had a shred of respect for the Constitution) U.S. District Court Chief Judge Philip A. Brimmer put a pin in that balloon.

And who came to the rescue? None other than the Rocky Mountain Gun Owners, along with two young individuals who had the audacity to want to defend themselves in their homes. How quaint!

Now, for the pièce de resistance, Polis believes that criminals, those masterminds of mischief, are lining up to buy guns legally. I mean, obviously, the local thug is terribly concerned about whether he's old enough to purchase a firearm, right? After all, criminals are known for their deep respect for the law.

Polis's team took a brave dive into the annals of history, pulling out some dusty old English common law references. But Judge Brimmer, bless him, pointed out the minor hiccup that a full-blown prohibition on gun sales to our youth wasn't quite in the Founding Fathers' playbook.

Rocky Mountain Gun Owners, they're just getting started on this carnival ride against Colorado's gun "reforms". Their commitment? Ensuring the constitution isn't just a decorative piece on a lawmaker's office wall. Thank you!

Of course, Polis's team had an ace up their sleeve: the age-old argument of 'closing loopholes'. Conor Cahill took to the podium, extolling the merits of aligning Colorado's law with the federal age for pistol purchases. Snake Oil salesman.

As Colorado introduces its smorgasbord of laws, from "red flags" to waiting periods, one has to wonder, do these laws merely annoy law-abiding citizens, leaving actual criminals chuckling in the shadows? Time will tell, but one thing's for sure Polis will continue to try and remove all of our rights. You can count on that my friends. Just look at all our new abortion laws if you need proof.

"I’ll give you my gun when you take it from my cold, dead hands."

Charlton Heston

The Grand Illusion of Justice:

Washington's Cowardly Dance with Corruption

Let's be clear about one thing: Washington has been playing us all for fools. Remember 2016? Remember the resounding chants of "Lock her Up"? Those weren't just words; those were promises. Promises made to every conservative American who dared to believe that justice might finally be served.

Well, guess what? Nothing happened. A big, fat nothing. And don't think for a second that this is mere incompetence. No, this is cowardice, plain and simple.

We handed the Republicans the House, the Senate, the Presidency – the whole shebang. They had the power, the mandate, and the duty to bring corrupt politicians to justice. And what did they do with it? They squandered it, retreating like the spineless worms they've proven themselves to be.

You'd think we would learn our lesson. But here we are again, facing the same tired dance with the Biden administration and the rest of the three-letter cesspool in Washington. We're being fed evidence, handed morsels of hope, all for what? A repeat performance of the grand nothingness?

It's not a mistake; it's a strategy. It's a ploy designed to whip us into a frenzy for the 2024 election. But don't be fooled. If history has taught us anything, it's that nobody's going to jail. Nobody's being held accountable. The system doesn't just fail, it refuses to succeed.

It's time to wake up and see the game for what it is. These politicians don't fight for justice; they fight for power, THEIR POWER. They use chants and promises as bait, only to abandon them once the election is won.

We've been played, dear reader, and the question now is, How long are we going to let this farce continue? How many more election cycles will we endure before we demand real action, real accountability?

Don't hold your breath. If there's one thing Washington excels at, it's the art of the grand illusion. The sad reality is that justice in this country seems to be nothing more than smoke and mirrors, an empty promise made by empty suits.

Until we decide to hold them to account, nothing will change.

The Colorado House is out of session until January 2024. Here are the final Liberty Scorecards for Republicans.

“2023 FINAL Liberty Scorecard, Colorado" The letter grades are brutal.

Click Here to see the Full Report

Recap of our Douglas County Elected Officials:

(S) Kevin Van Winkle (R) CO030, Score 83.5 (up 1.5 from last month)

303-866-4881, kevin.vanwinkle.senate@coleg.gov

S) Mark Baisley (R) CO004, Score 73 (up 3 from last month)

303-866-4877, mark.baisley@senate.co.com

(HR) Brandi Bradley (R) CO039, Score 68.8 (down .2 from last month)

303-866-2935, brandi.bradley.house@coleg.gov

(S) Jim Smallwood (R) CO002, Score 68.4 (up 2.4 from last month)

303-866-4869, SenatorSmallwood@gmail.com

(HR) Anthony Hartsook (R) CO044, Score 61.5 (up 1.5 from last month) The ONLY Doug Co Representative that openly voted for a Democrat House Chairperson when a Republican candidate was available to vote for. Day 236 with no apology to his constituents for this betrayal of the Republican Party. 303-866-2933, anthony.hartsook.house@coleg.gov

(HR) Lisa Frizell (R) CO045, Score 59.6 (up 1.6 from last month)

303-866-2948, lisa.frizell.house@coleg.gov

(HR) Bob Marshall (D) CO043, Score 26.8

303-866-2936, bob.marshall.house@coleg.gov

There is no spin here, these are the numbers from Liberty Scorecard. You may not like it, but it is an impartial scoring system to our constitution. I encourage all constituents that, if you don't like what you see in your representatives scores, call and email them. Provide your elected official's feedback and that loud voice!

"I don't make jokes. I just watch the government and report the facts.

Will Rogers

Why Politicians Yell

A Heartfelt Guide for Those Struggling to Hear Over the Noise

Ah, the age-old tradition of politicians yelling at us from their illustrious podiums. Because if they didn’t shout, how could we possibly grasp their profound wisdom? Clearly, the louder the point, the truer it must be. It's elementary logic.

Once upon a time, in the dark ages before technology graced us with microphones, politicians had an excuse to raise their voices, they needed to reach the peasant at the back of the square. Fast forward to today, equipped with state-of-the-art sound systems and modern telephones, and yet, they're still yelling. Perhaps it's just nostalgia for the good ol' days, or a deeper character flaw.

Now, I've thought long and hard about why a well-educated individual, standing on a stage feels the need to scream at us. The best guess? Shouting equates to dominance. A raised voice conveniently drowns out those pesky counterarguments and critical thoughts. Why allow a debate when you can just out-volume the opposition?

But wait, there's another gem in this theatrical performance. Could it be that the louder they shout, the more it compensates for their wobbly standpoints to convince themselves? A thunderous volume to mask the whisper-thin substance of their argument. Pathetic, really.

Yet, for all the noise, there remains a rare breed of politicians who've discovered a radical concept: speaking as if addressing thinking adults. They calmly lay out their ideas, allowing the audience to engage, ponder, and decide. But that's a boring strategy, isn't it? No fire, no brimstone, just reason.

In our chaotic world of endless commotion, there's something oddly refreshing about a politician not trying to scream points of view at us. It's almost like they respect our intelligence or something bizarre like that.

So, the next time Anthony Hartsook decides to gift us with a decibel-breaking monologue, remember to appreciate the comedic gold. After all, it's not every day you get a free, live performance of someone trying so hard to be heard.

Do the right thing Representative Hartsook, and write that apology for voting for the Democrat Colorado Speaker of the House.

Colorado's Voter Mess

Cutting Through The Bureaucracy

Let's not kid ourselves, Colorado's voter rolls are a disaster. In an age where we can track packages across continents in real-time, the fact that our state can't maintain an accurate record of its voters is, frankly, embarrassing. It's time for a change.

The idea of resetting our voter database might sound drastic to some, but let's be honest, the current system is far from functional. Do we really want the ghosts of past residents to dictate our state's future? We need to purge every name, it's high time we scrutinized those rolls and cleared out the cobwebs. Yes, it's work, but last I checked, upholding democracy wasn't supposed to be easy.

And while we're on the subject of overhauls, let's talk about the swelling numbers of the 'unaffiliated' voters. Registering at the DMV and automatically getting slapped with an "unaffiliated" label? It's lazy bureaucracy at its finest. It's time to make a choice, Colorado. If you're politically engaged enough to vote, you should be engaged enough to pick a side. Let's remove the "unaffiliated" crutch and see where our state truly stands.

Once we've done the hard work, we can't let complacency set in. Routine audits aren’t just pencil-pushing exercises, they're the state's promise to its people that every vote matters. And with the technology at our fingertips, there's no reason we shouldn't have a user-friendly platform where voters can keep their details updated. And seriously, if Amazon knows when you've moved, the state should too. Cross-referencing with the Postal Service's change-of-address database? It's a no-brainer.

Colorado, it's time to stop playing games with our democracy. Cleaning up our voter rolls isn't just about administrative tidiness, it's about restoring trust in a system that's let us down too many times. We deserve better, and it's high time we demand it.

I just woke up from a nap…. that was one heck of a dream….I live in Colorado and in this state, with our dictator Polis and his henchwoman Griswold it is all just a dream to fix this.

"The Left would pretend voter fraud is no big deal."

Tom Fitton

Douglas County School Board Race this November

This November, there will be 3 seats open on the Douglas County School Board. You can bet that the Dems are already foaming at the mouth to win/keep these seats. AND I DON'T WANT TO HEAR THAT THIS IS A NON-PARTISAN RACE.

District A - Susan Meek (West Highlands Ranch)
District C - Elizabeth Hanson (Central and South Highlands Ranch)
District F - David Ray - term-limited (Parker Area)

We need to elect to the school board individuals with strong conservative principles. They also need to be willing to challenge opposition in allowing FASTER-trained (or equivalent) teachers to carry sidearms in school.

They also need a strong opposition to all things CRT and gender ideolgy that are still being allowed in DougCo schools.

The entire county will vote for 3 of the candidates.

The candidates, 2 for District C and 1 for A & F:

Dave DiCarlo & Jason Page

Andy Jones

Maria Sumnicht

Mark your calendars!

On October 4, Parker Conservatives will host a candidate forum.

More information coming soon.

The Middle is NOT a Position Concerning Issues of the Day

We're knee-deep in a world where the fences are too high and the trenches too deep. Guilt by association is no longer a theoretical concept but an active reality in this ever-polarizing landscape in Parker, Douglas County, Colorado State, and Federal politics. It's not a pleasing reality, but it's reality nonetheless, a distorted mirror held up to the nature of the human psyche.

Hovering in the middle ground is a dance with sure political death. You can find yourself cozying up to a group, yet feel a creeping disagreement with some of their pollical positions? You're standing on a political fault line. Think you can straddle that line, pontificating your disagreements while still basking in the warmth of the group's approval? Well, let me tell you, that's a political mirage. Freddy Krueger is right around the corner in wait.

The danger of this ideological tightrope is not just alienating your supporters, but losing the trust of the voters who want to see a clear path, not a politician dancing around potholes. You might think you're dodging bullets, but really, you're loading the gun for your political execution by the opposition.

As someone who walks the talk of grassroots conservatism and an unapologetic advocate for the Trump 2024 'America First' vision, I understand what it means to stand firm amid the downpour of judgment. I am no stranger to the heat of scrutiny. But my conviction is my shield. It’s firm, steadfast, and doesn't sway with the political wind.

So, what's the game plan? It's simple, pick a side, and plant your feet firmly. Open dialogues, express your individuality, acknowledge differences, all good. But when the dust settles, there should be no question about where you stand. In this high-stakes game of political poker, a lukewarm stance just shows you're bluffing.

Political survival isn't a walk in the park, it can be a nightmare out there. You've got to pick a side and defend it with your life. Fence-sitters, beware. The clock is ticking, the fences are crumbling. Your voters aren’t just casting a ballot, they're entrusting you with their future. Stand behind a vision, unflinchingly, uncompromisingly especially on issues of the day for most voters in Douglas County like those third rail issues, drag queen shows for children, taxes, water rights, getting on the primary ballot via Caucus verse petitioning. Remember, a politician divided cannot stand, and Freddy is waiting for those who falter.

2024 Republican Presidential Primary

We are about to dive into the sheer absurdity of the 2024 Republican Presidential Primary. It's like watching a trainwreck in slow motion, and it's all a colossal waste of resources. Can you believe the GOP is projected to blow a staggering $1.5 billion on this circus act? I mean, seriously, that's enough money to fix our election infrastructure and give the Democrats a run for their money.

President Trump, is riding high in the polls with a 30-40 point lead over the competition. But relying solely on polls is like trying to predict the weather with Farmer’s Almanac. You might get it right sometimes, but more often than not, you'll find yourself soaked in a downpour of disappointment.

The real kicker here is that while the Democrats are hard at work investing in their election infrastructure, we're here arguing amongst ourselves like a bunch of kids squabbling over candy. Case in point, at the recent Colorado State GOP meeting/vote, the Bonniwell amendment was brought forward to start fixing our State Primary system that the Democrat’s jacked-up, but No, it was way too logical for some to follow.

Where are we at strategizing, mobilizing, and building a rock-solid election machine to go toe-to-toe with the blue team? Part of that was in the amendment that did not pass.

By playing this game of primary roulette, we're handing the RINOs a free pass to say, "I told you so." These so-called Republicans can't wait to pounce on any opportunity to undermine our grassroots conservative principles. They'd rather stay the course and continue to lose.

It's time to wake up, people! We need to quit acting like the 2024 nomination is a done deal just because of a polling lead. Remember, nothing is certain in politics. We need a well-oiled machine that can harness our support and turn it into real votes that matter.

So here's my two cents on what we should do moving forward. Let's be smart about this, shall we?

First and foremost, let's stop throwing bags of cash into a primary candidates that are bound to tear us apart. Yes, primaries are vital for democracy, but there's no need to go overboard. Let's have some healthy debates and then rally behind the chosen candidate like a unified army ready to take on the Democrats.

Secondly, and this is crucial, let's channel that money and energy into building our election infrastructure. It's like fortifying our castle before the enemy shows up at the gates. We need voter outreach, a robust ground game, and data-driven strategies that will leave the Democrats scratching their heads.

People, we're not just fighting for the 2024 election, we're fighting for the soul of conservatism and America! We can't afford to give the Democrats any advantage. Let's show them that we're not just talk, we are action! Let's build a party that stands tall, united, and ready to take on any challenge that comes our way.

So, let's get down to business. Our future depends on it, and I know we're up to the task. Let's make the right moves and show Colorado what it means to be conservative warriors!

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"True things prevail"

Tucker Carlson

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