Misplaced Republican pride

The Republican Party should not be proud of these elected officials or those seeking office.

The distinguished state Representative from Colorado Springs, Ken DeGraaf, made a reference on the House floor that “ … darker skin being indicative of a lower level of evolution …”.

One congressional house seat has nine candidates running to replace Ken Buck. At a debate, candidates were asked how many of the candidates had been arrested. Six of the nine raised their hand. The candidates and the crowd cheered as if this was a proud badge of honor.

Since when did an arrest become a badge of honor?

Oh, because your leader has been arrested. Donald Trump has claimed voter fraud all over the place, but he does not provide evidence of the fraud. The courts are where these matters need to be presented. That’s the Constitution way.

I believe that he did take an oath: “I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States.”

Donald Trump’s lawyers said that there is nothing in this oath about supporting the Constitution. Does that mean he does not support it?

One telling item is that Rudy Giuliani told the speaker of the House in Arizona, Rusty Bowers, that we have a lot of theories but no evidence of voter fraud.

This is sworn testimony from Bowers, a lifelong Republican, who chose to uphold his oath of office rather than follow the lies of others.

— Ed Moore, Highlands Ranch

Reputable journalism a check on untruths

Re: “Digital conspiracy theories: What happens when no one believes anything anymore?” Feb. 3 news story

That’s the question posed by a tracker of disinformation as untruths spread like wildfire across social media. What to do? If you pay nothing, well, let the “buyer” beware. Good journalists are losing jobs while unpaid fabricators of disinformation proliferate online. If you are reading this, you are already supporting responsible journalism. Encourage your friends to do likewise. Stick with reputable sources reporting the news. You get what you pay for.

— Phil Nelson, Golden

Safety issue for window washers and drivers

Re: “Window washing offers migrants a lifeline,” Feb. 2 news story

The opening sentence of the article says that officials are worried about the safety of the window washers at intersections. I think just as serious is the safety of the drivers in cars who now have to contend with cars stopping and going because of the arrival of four or five men beating on your windows or jumping in and out of traffic to try to get your attention. This should strictly not be allowed here even if your article states how popular it is where the immigrants have come from. It is an unwelcome addition to our city streets.

Also, many of the people washing windows are not friendly and smiling like stated. They knock on both of your front windows, and when you shake your head saying “No” they smack your car with the squeegee and leave. This should not be encouraged as is now the case.

— Joanie Jones, Denver