Colorado's violent crime rate has been on the rise, and the state's governor, Jared Polis, made a promise to make Colorado one of the top ten safest states in the country within five years. But is that promise being kept? The speaker takes a closer look at the numbers and finds that Colorado's violent crime rate has actually increased by 61% over the past nine years, while the national rate has only gone up by 3%. This episode explores the reasons behind Colorado's unique situation and the potential consequences of the state's policies on crime.

The speaker delves into the data and finds that Colorado's crime rate has been climbing steadily since 2013, with the state's own numbers showing a significant increase in violent crime. The speaker also examines the state's policies on crime, including the 2013 law that cut penalties for most drug crimes and the 2019 law that turned possession of up to four grams of most hard drugs into a misdemeanor. These policies may have contributed to the state's rising crime rate, but the speaker argues that they are not the only factor at play.

The episode also touches on the topic of national security, specifically the vulnerability of the US power grid to cyber attacks. The speaker shares a shocking story about a Chinese state-sponsored hacking team that infiltrated a small-town electric company in Massachusetts and sat undetected for over 300 days. This incident highlights the importance of investing in the country's critical infrastructure, including the power grid.

If you're concerned about the state of crime and national security in Colorado, tune in to this episode to hear the speaker's analysis of the data and the potential solutions to these pressing issues.

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