Agreed.

UPDATE: More metro Denver school districts canceled classes or adjusted schedules Friday due to staffing shortages during a nationwide general strike as part of ICE Out protests.

#sharingiscaring #mlk #civilrights #civicengagement

Great day to have functioning eyes and a working brain

"Strong people stand up for themselves, but stronger people stand up for others." — Unknown #civicengagement #silenceisnotanoption

Documentary Film "Uvalde Mom" Shows the Courage of Angeli Rose Gomez - and the Failure of Officials in Texas The story of a mother who saved her children during the shooting in Robb Elementary School Reporting from @msmagazine.com & @roxyszal.bsky.social @uvaldemomfilm.bsky.social

As of this week, millions of Americans are now paying thousands more for health insurance. If the President and Congressional GOP think Washington has the capacity to "run" Venezuela right now, why won't they fix the insurance cost crisis they've created here at home?

Same community. New commitment. 2026 is your chance to show up differently—not by changing who you are, but by deepening your engagement where it matters. #civicengagement #2026intentions #community #localaction

Quick question: Is conviction worth the cost? As a former police chief and paramedic, I knew what gun violence looked like in real life. So as a State Senator, I acted. My constituents voted me out for it. But the laws stayed. Was it worth it? Yes. #Accountability #Leadership #CourageToLead

Have a safe and peaceful holiday weekend. #joytotheworld

When political survival is on the line, do you follow conscience? I chose conscience over career—and paid the price. But the #gunsafety laws I ushered through in 2013 are still on the books. The question for all of us: What are we willing to stand for? #CivicResponsibility #Leadership #CourageToLead

#sundayshare #gunsafety

My story—the recall, the courage it took to stand up, the lessons learned—is being woven into "The John Morse Code," coming 2026. If you believe in transparent leadership and want to be part of this journey, follow along. Your voice matters too. #RealStories #VoicesOfChange #ServiceMatters

Looking back, no regrets. Looking forward, more work to do. Join the fight for safer communities. Add your name to our mailing list: www.thejohnmorsecode.com/join-the-joh... #NoRegrets #Progress #CivicResponsibility

Looking back, I have zero regrets. The #gunsafety laws we passed in 2013 still protect Colorado families to this day. The fight for safer communities continues—will you join me? #RecallStory #TheJohnMorseCode #NoRegrets #Progress #CivicEngagement

If you think passing tough effective gun laws is hard, try picking out your child’s tombstone. That’s much, much harder but something Americans are forced to do every day because of guns. We know because that’s what we had to do. July 2012. Always for Jessi.

My legislative focus wasn’t always on gun safety, but gun violence could not be ignored. #thejohnmorsecode #recalledbutnotsilenced

As a paramedic, police officer, and Senate President, I’ve seen the toll of gun violence up close. Passing Colorado’s gun safety laws cost me my job—but I have no regrets. Read why I’d do it again: medium.com/@john.p.mors... #Leadership #PublicService #GunSafety

Mountains & Modern Politics: A Metaphor for the Climb Navigating today’s political environment feels a lot like climbing a mountain. The path is steep, the air gets thin, and every step forward can feel like a battle against gravity itself. #InternationalMountainDay Established December 11, 2003.

Behind every law is a story. Ours began in Aurora and Newtown, and led to five new gun safety laws in Colorado. The fight for safer communities is far from over. Article reprinted from Newsweek: johnpmorsephd.substack.com/p/rampage-re... #ChangeMakers #Community @survivorsempowered.bsky.social

Even when the press or public overlooks the truth or moves onto the next headline screaming for attention, time and light on a subject eventually reveals the truth. That’s worth noticing. Read the whole story: Substack johnpmorsephd.substack.com/p/166-days-t...

We passed laws to keep Colorado safe: background checks, magazine limits, and more. Policy saves lives. #PolicyInAction #GunSafety #ChangeMakers

I'm proud that the gun-safety laws we passed will remain on the books despite my removal from office. Going forward, I hope that politicians and voters across the country will find ways to build on our successes in Colorado... Read this #Newsweek article from 2013: www.newsweek.com/2013/09/20/c...

The 2013 recall was more than an election—it was a test of our democracy. Using recalls as a weapon threatens every leader who dares to do what’s right. We can’t let intimidation win. #RecallAbuse #Democracy #PublicService

“Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings.” — William Arthur Ward

@crow.house.gov - thank you.

When I stood up for #gunsafety, I knew the risks. I said, “If passing these bills cost me my political career, that’s a small price to pay.” I have no regrets—lives matter more than politics. #CivicResponsibility #Leadership

Leadership sometimes means risking your career for someone else’s safety. #CourageToLead #PublicService

At age 14, I was awarded the rank of Eagle Scout. (I've been told that only 2-3% earn that recognition at that age). 32 years later, another 14-year-old, Ben Wolman, heard my recall story in 2013 and wrote his award-winning 2014 Profile in Courage essay about it. www.jfklibrary.org/learn/educat...

Actions speak louder than words. #ShowMe

My folks gave me a moral compass, but it was in the push-and-pull with my three brothers and six sisters that my leadership, grit, and sense of fairness took root. www.thejohnmorsecode.com/blog-recalle...

We must speak plainly, civilly, and refuse to let vitriol drown out reason. #civiceducation #politics #wisdom #thejohnmorsecode

It's #WorldKindnessDay! This quote from our patron Stephen Fry says it all. 🥰

I told my caucus to stop reading hate mail. Not to ignore people — but to protect purpose. We stopped reading thousands of emails that did nothing to inform deliberation. #civiceducation #politics #lessonslearned #thejohnmorsecode @maddow.msnbc.com www.thejohnmorsecode.com/blog-recalle...

Communities that talk, listen, and lean into tension are the ones that ultimately protect both lives and liberties. #civicengagement #thejohnmorsecode

What started as exposure to violence became a calling to prevent it. The thread didn’t define me. It refined me. https://www.thejohnmorsecode.com/blog-recalled-but-not-silenced/a-humanizing-example-of-colorados-red-flag-gun-law

Leadership sometimes requires tuning out the noise to hear what truly matters. #CourageToLead #PublicService #Accountability #thejohnmorsecode

Make your vote count! #recalledbutnotsilenced #thejohnmorsecode

Jessi’s Law is more than legislation. It’s the legacy of courage. #thejohnmorsecode #legacy www.thejohnmorsecode.com/recalled-but...

Reimagining civility for a polarized era means committing, again and again, to hearing others and honoring their humanity. Many believe that civility is less about unanimous agreement and more about listening, learning, and working constructively—even when it’s difficult. How do you define civility?

Standing by my convictions on gun safety led to Colorado’s first legislative recall. It was a defining moment in my career—and a test of true leadership. #Leadership #GunSafety #PublicService #ColoradoHistory #StandUpForWhatIsRight

From earning my Eagle Scout badge to working as an EMT while studying accounting, every step built the grit needed for public service...1/2 #EagleScout #PublicService #LeadershipJourney #ServiceAboveSelf #GritAndGrowth #LeadershipMatters

I’m committed to sharing hard-won lessons and behind-the-scenes insights as my book comes together—lessons that can inspire real change and spark meaningful conversations. Stay tuned for updates, and let’s build a network of thoughtful leaders. #Leadership #PublicService #Government

#QuestionoftheDay: Which political myth do you see recycled the most—and what’s your go-to correction?

The #Democrats are currently agitating for Medicaid funding concessions to move a CR forward. That’s fine and good, but #JimmyKimmel’s suspension changes all that on the fly. @schumer.senate.gov #JohnThune My thoughts: medium.com/@john.p.mors...

Every student deserves to learn, grow, and thrive in school without the fear of violence.