Jesse Paul
Colorado Sun political reporter who analyzes Gov. Jared Polis's final year in office and discusses legislative priorities and political dynamics at the state capitol.
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Nov 7, 2025 • 39min
Yes, yes, we just had an election, but It's never too soon to talk about the midterms
Join Jenny Brundin, an education reporter for Colorado Public Radio, as she celebrates the passage of Propositions LL and MM for free school meals, revealing their implications for funding and community support. Jesse Paul, from The Colorado Sun, provides insight into the competitive landscape for the 2026 gubernatorial race, highlighting key candidates and their dynamics. Caitlyn Kim discusses the vulnerabilities of first-term congressional members and the potential shifts in Colorado's political scene as races heat up. Expect lively discussions about future election strategies!
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Feb 4, 2026 • 30min
Gov. Jared Polis enters last year leading Colorado
Bente Birkeland, Colorado Public Radio journalist who covers state policy, and Jesse Paul, Colorado Sun political reporter tracking the capitol, dig into Jared Polis' final year leading Colorado. They cover his State of the State tone, the move to drop the governor honorific, fights over housing density and clean energy, K-12 funding battles, AI and tech regulation, union fights, and possible political next steps.
Dec 3, 2025 • 9min
Colorado is stuck in cycle of annual $1 billion budget shortfalls
Jesse Paul, a political reporter for The Colorado Sun, dives into Colorado's troubling cycle of billion-dollar budget shortfalls, driven largely by Medicaid spending. He discusses why temporary fixes aren't sustainable and outlines Governor Polis' controversial proposal to slow Medicaid growth. With bipartisan resistance to cuts, Paul explores alternatives like reducing bureaucracy or increasing revenue. He also highlights the timeline for upcoming legislative decisions that could shape Colorado's financial landscape.
