Just a few years ago, the state capitol didn’t have wireless Internet access. But things have certainly changed with almost everyone plugged into smart phones and tablet computers. Not only that, but many lawmakers spend a good chunk of time each day on Twitter. State capitol reporter Bente Birkeland takes a look at the explosion of the social media site this session, and how it’s shaping the public policy debate under the gold dome.
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Colorado Postcards are snapshots of our colorful state in sound. They give brief insights into our people and places, our flora and fauna, and our past and present, from every corner of Colorado. Listen now.
StoryCorps visited Colorado Springs for the month of June to record stories from members of the community. KRCC is airing excerpts of some of the interviews on the radio. Listen to the stories and see photos of the storytellers.
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