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June 16, 2022: Candidate Greg Lopez wants a conversation on the big issues, like inflation

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Greg Lopez in Colorado Public Radio's Denver studio. June 9, 2022.
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Greg Lopez in Colorado Public Radio’s Denver studio. June 9, 2022.

Whether it’s crime or the cost of living, Republican gubernatorial candidate Greg Lopez sees himself as a convener on issues like gun laws, housing and climate change. But, he’s short on specifics. Lopez traces some of what ails the state to pandemic shutdowns, which he thinks destroyed livelihoods while trying to save lives. Lopez is running against CU regent Heidi Ganahl in the GOP Primary. Also, Juneteenth approaches and the origins of an Avs victory song.