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Phil Weiser
@pweiser
Colorado Attorney General
Dec 10, 2020 • 6 tweets • 2 min read
If you are looking for clarity and sanity on this scary Texas suit, @jadler1969 tells it straight--this action is dangerous and is an attack on federalism. It is also sign that all is not well in our democratic republic. Thread and commentary 👇 reason.com/volokh/2020/12… Here's the law--it is the province of the states to manage elections. In our case before #SCOTUS last year, the Court made clear that states exercise plenary authority "absent some other constitutional constraint." Chiafalo v. Washington, 140 S. Ct. 2316, 2324 (2020).
Sep 26, 2020 • 4 tweets • 2 min read
My thread on #JudgeAmyConeyBarrett: "the voices of the American people must be heard. By fighting for the progress made because of the work of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg & others, we can reject a nominee whose views are well outside of the mainstream.” 👇
coag.gov/press-releases… I know that many are feeling cynical and frustrated--or even dejected at the thought of #RBG's legacy being undone by her successor. Don't. The time is to organize and use our voice to fight for the future of #SCOTUS.
Sep 19, 2020 • 5 tweets • 3 min read
The loss of #RBG leaves a hole in my heart. Her memory will continue as a blessing and her example in fighting for justice is an inspiration. I will miss her deeply. A few thoughts on her passing are in my statement and this thread 👇. coag.gov/press-releases… I earlier wrote of what she meant to me, highlighting her commitment to equality, her “example of warmth and professionalism across traditional divides,” and her willingness to learn. She belongs to the ages now. philforcolorado.com/2017/06/24/les…
Sep 16, 2020 • 4 tweets • 3 min read
As the child and grandchild of Holocaust survivors, this terrifies me. #NeverAgain. Thread 👇theguardian.com/world/2020/sep… As we approach a new Jewish New Year, and reflect on the past year, we must acknowledge the rising hate and ugly face of white supremacy in all of its forms. The work of the @ADLMtnStates is a beacon and we @COAttnyGeneral are honored to partner with them to address hate crimes.
Sep 12, 2020 • 6 tweets • 3 min read
To protect Colorado voters and our election system, our team worked late into the night to file suit against #USPS. We are taking action, working with SOS @JenaGriswold, to stop the Postal Service from misinforming Colorado voters and interfering with our election. Thread 👇 Image Unless the court stops the #USPS, Colorado voters are expected to receive this incorrect statement, telling them that they need to request an absentee ballot to vote. That is false. Your ballot will be mailed to you. And even if not, you can still vote at a polling center. Image
Aug 26, 2020 • 4 tweets • 2 min read
Guy Grace, now retiring after his distinguished service as the longtime director of security for @LPSK12, is an inspiring leader and a model public servant. He was also a great partner for @Safe2TellCO and shall be missed. centennialcitizen.net/stories/little… There's so much that can be said about his dedication and commitment to keeping students safe. After the Arapahoe HS shooting, for example, he re-examined processes and procedures and increased information-sharing. He was always looking to learn from tragedy.
Jul 4, 2020 • 4 tweets • 2 min read
#Happy4thofJuly . On this day, let us dedicate ourselves to working towards a more perfect union. Each generation must work to fulfill our nation's promise of #EqualityForAll, just governance, and a commitment to the #RuleOfLaw. Thanks to all who are doing this work. The #July4th spirit--and spirit of '76--is captured by Lincoln at Gettysburg: “this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom -- and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth.” Amen.
Jun 4, 2020 • 5 tweets • 2 min read
Yesterday was a remarkable day in the Trump Presidency. And that's saying a lot. The condemnation of his current and former Defense Secretaries on the illegal plan of using the military in lieu of civilian policing was the headline, but there was more. bloomberg.com/news/articles/… Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau literally could not answer--for twenty one televised seconds of silence--when asked about Trump's leadership. His final answer: “We all watch in horror and consternation what’s going on in the United States.”
nytimes.com/2020/06/03/wor…
May 21, 2020 • 4 tweets • 3 min read
Today, our office led a coalition of 39 State AGs to call on Congress, on behalf of @NatlAssnAttysGn, to provide additional support for #Broadband. The #DigitalDivide is real and its impact is painful during #Covid_19. coag.gov/press-releases… Making the same point, @Microsoft's President @BradSmi emphasized that equal opportunity depends on broadband access and adoption. As he put it, "broadband has become the electricity of the 21st century. . . and every American deserves access." Amen. blogs.microsoft.com/on-the-issues/…
May 11, 2020 • 6 tweets • 4 min read
This Wednesday, May 13th at 9 am (on CSPAN.org), I will argue before #SCOTUS on behalf of Colorado to defend our election laws. Our office is taking this opportunity to engage students of all ages in a chance to learn about our Constitution and election system in #ColoradoGoesSupreme. Please spread the word. coag.gov/civics/
Apr 28, 2020 • 4 tweets • 2 min read
We need to find ways to provide grace to those on the ropes during this challenging time. @COAttnyGeneral's Office continues to look for ways to do just that.
gjsentinel.com/opinion/column… One critical element of grace is being there for each other, letting each other know that no one is alone. “Whether it’s with your parents, whether it’s with a professional or whether it’s with a friend, please share your struggle.” coloradosun.com/2020/04/28/cri…
Apr 27, 2020 • 4 tweets • 2 min read
Thanks, @superwuster, for pointing out how our antitrust regime misses the negative impact of certain mergers, including hurting our resilience. Our antitrust regime has proved resilient and there are opportunities to learn from past failings. nytimes.com/2020/04/12/opi… We must first recognize that resilience, like efficiency, is a critical value. When we cut redundant supply chains, or sell product lines to companies that won't maintain them, we are taking steps that undermine our resilience and can hurt consumers. gjsentinel.com/opinion/column…
Apr 25, 2020 • 7 tweets • 5 min read
Thanks, @Dahlialithwick, for inviting me to join you to talk about #federalism, the #TenthAmendment, and serving as a State AG. In this thread, I will highlight some of the points we touched on. slate.com/podcasts/amicu… As I noted at the outset, @Dahlialithwick is amazing. She masterfully captured Justice Ginsburg's delivery of a speech originally written by her husband Marty, entitled "How the Tenth Circuit Got My Wife Her Good Job.” Warning--be ready for a good cry. slate.com/news-and-polit…
Apr 15, 2020 • 4 tweets • 2 min read
The @BarackObama endorsement of @JoeBiden was a tour de force. Do yourself a favor and check it out. My endorsement of @JoeBiden reflects my work with him in the Obama Administration and confidence that he will help heal our nation. Here's the punchline--"I know firsthand that Joe will fight hard for what is best about America and am proud to endorse him." Image
Apr 15, 2020 • 4 tweets • 2 min read
Amen. We are defending it regularly @COAttnyGeneral. The Tenth Amendment--and the role of states in overseeing the electors of their states--is a big part of our Baca case to be heard this May by #SCOTUS. coag.gov/press-releases…
Apr 14, 2020 • 4 tweets • 2 min read
Looking forward to joining @CobaltAdvocates shortly for a virtual Town Hall. As I will discuss, our office is committed to protecting reproductive rights and access to women's health care, including abortion services, during #COVID19. coloradotimesrecorder.com/2020/04/colora…
Apr 14, 2020 • 4 tweets • 3 min read
There are many painful lessons we will need to learn from #COVID19. In some cases, we are re-learning them, like racial disparities in health care. The disparities in the death rate from #COVID19 are stark and highlight a problem we must address. denverpost.com/2020/04/13/col… This is not a new issue. For those who have not heard the story of @serenawilliams' giving birth and being ignored--at the risk of her life--you need to. It's chilling. Black women are 3x-4x more likely to die in childbirth than white women. vox.com/identities/201…
Apr 14, 2020 • 5 tweets • 3 min read
During #COVID19, I and other @DemocraticAGs have called on our federal government to respond effectively to this crisis. This starts with de-prioritizing regulations not related to health, safety, financial, or national security, or required by law.
portal.ct.gov/-/media/AG/Pre… To protect those with #StudentDebt, we called on the Education Department to institute emergency measures. By adopting such measures, the government can not only protect borrowers, but also aid in the overall recovery of the nation’s economy. ncdoj.gov/wp-content/upl…
Apr 1, 2020 • 4 tweets • 2 min read
At @COAttnyGeneral, we are committed to advancing the rule of law, protecting our democracy, and promoting justice for all. Today, we advanced that mission by filing a brief at #SCOTUS to defend the CO law that calls for the removal of faithless electors. coag.gov/app/uploads/20… In that brief, @JenaGriswold and I made the case that the U.S. Constitution gives the exclusive power to States to appoint and control their electors, and that includes removal if necessary. After all, the power to remove inheres in the power to appoint. coag.gov/press-releases…
Jan 18, 2020 • 4 tweets • 3 min read
This says it all. #WomensMarch2020. Image Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not. #DrSeuss #WomensMarch2020. Image
Jan 3, 2020 • 4 tweets • 3 min read
Over the next year, there will be many opportunities for how we can work together to heal our society & improve our communities. One important area is improving our criminal justice system, a topic I joined @PeteLeeColorado & @TonyExum to discuss recently. Another opportunity to support community members is in the domestic violence arena, including more effective enforcement of #gunsafety measures that can save lives, such as removing firearms when required by protective orders. cc @BethDAlady. coloradosun.com/2019/12/15/red…