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Jared Polis talks border wall, marijuana and women’s rights at town hall on campus

Congressman Jared Polis spoke on pressing national and local issues at CU Boulder Friday. By Maris Wetsrum

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Women’s March on Denver, part of largest demonstration in U.S. history, drew over 100,000

Thousands marched at the state capitol Saturday to protest President Donald Trump and advocate for women’s rights. By Maris Westrum

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Ballot Cheat Sheet: Amendment 70, raising the minimum wage

Amendment 70 seeks to again raise Colorado’s minimum wage to $12 by 2020. By Maris Westrum

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‘Buffs Trump Hate’ event rallies through CU campus

Buffs Trump Hate, an event organized to oppose Donald Trump’s presidential campaign, marched through the CU campus. By Maris Westrum

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Trump Jr. talks father’s campaign strategy on Pearl Street

Donald Trump Jr. discussed his father’s campaign and emphasis on family values Monday afternoon. By Maris Westrum

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GroupRaise facilitates food and fundraising

GroupRaise is a new company dedicated to helping clubs and charities raise money. By Maris Westrum

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Opinion: The benefits of taking a gap year

Why more students should take time off from school to figure out what they actually want to achieve while at university. By Maris Westrum

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