Focus the Nation: "Global Warming — What Government Can Do"
Betsy Markey spoke at CSU's "Focus the Nation" teach-in on global climate change. This free, informative, non-partisan event was open to all members of the Fort Collins community.
Thursday, January 31, 2008 — 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
CSU Yates Hall Room 104
Panel speakers:
- Tom Plant, Director, Governor's Office of Energy Management and Conservation
- Dr. Lakshman Guruswamy, International Environmental Law and Center for Energy and Environmental Security, University of Colorado
- Betsy Markey, Candidate for Congress, 4th Congressional District
Other highlights included atmospheric scientist Scott Denning on "Tiny Molecules That Change the World," philosopher Holmes Rolston on "The Ethics of Climate Change," and Nicolas Theisen of New Belgium Brewery on "Green Beer, Green Business."
Markey Responds to the President's State of the Union Address
Fort Collins, CO — Betsy Markey, Democratic candidate for Colorado's 4th Congressional District, released the following response to the President's State of the Union address: "While I was encouraged to hear the President speak about reforming the appropriations process to cut back on wasteful spending and pork-laden earmarks..."
Health, Water Among Issues for Markey
Health insurance, water, the economy and Iraq are the major issues Democrat candidate for U.S. Congress Betsy Markey is hearing about. She came to Fort Morgan Friday morning to meet with some agricultural and business leaders to ask them what they are concerned about.
Governor Ritter Backs Betsy Markey
Governor Bill Ritter, Jr. today threw his support behind Betsy Markey, a Larimer County businesswoman and candidate for Congress in Colorado's Fourth District.
Betsy Markey Among Speakers at Weekend MC Democrat Dinner
"Betsy Markey, Democratic candidate for Colorado's 4th Congressional District, told a crowd of Morgan County Democrats that she is running for office because she has a passion for public policy and for Northeast Colorado..."
Betsy Markey's Statement on Congresswoman Musgrave's Vote Against SCHIP
"Many of us in the district have called on Marilyn Musgrave to put aside narrow ideology and do the right thing for Colorado's children..."
Betsy Markey to Appear on Open Range Radio
Tune in at 2:30 PM Saturday September 15 on NewsTalk 1310 KFKA to another provocative edition of Open Range Radio.
Washington Post Names 4th District "Top Ten" Race
The Washington Post today named Colorado 4th District one of the "Top Ten" races in the country and recognized Betsy Markey as a serious challenger.
The New Face in the Race
By this point in the summer Betsy Markey has visited her fair share of county festivals. On a road trip with her sister, a school teacher, she continues meeting voters across the district.
United States Senator Ken Salazar to Endorse Betsy Markey for Congress
Senator throws support behind Markey in Fourth District bid for Congress. When she entered the race, Markey announced the endorsements of State Senator Bob Bacon, State Representative John Kefalas, former State Senators Peggy Reeves and Stan Matsunaka.
Musgrave Votes Against the Farm Bill
"I strongly disagree with the Congresswoman's vote against our farmers, and will work to ensure Colorado agriculture gets the support it deserves."
Markey Hopes to Bring Her Experience to the 4th District
As a small-business owner, Betsy Markey knows plenty about running a payroll and the high costs of health insurance. As a former U.S. State Department fellow, she brings unique expertise to the race.
Successful Northern Colorado Business Woman Announces Campaign for 4th CD
Fort Collins, CO — Betsy Markey, a successful business woman, mother and public servant, announced her campaign for Colorado's 4th Congressional District.
