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Polis’ Final Budget Is a “Vague Punt” on Colorado’s Toughest Fiscal Decisions

November 2, 2026

For the third consecutive year, Colorado faces significant budget challenges, but Gov. Jared Polis' final budget proposal leaves major questions…

Amendment 87 and a Self-Defeating Yard Sign

October 30, 2026

What does a misspelled yard sign have to do with Amendment 87? More than you might think. CFI Senior Economist…

Everyone’s Looking at Susan Dell. We’re Looking at the Money.

October 26, 2026

Susan Dell's $6.25 billion pledge has people talking, but we're looking beyond the headlines. Here's how Colorado Baby Bonds could…

Walmart Is Fleeing Colorado and Other Things Economists Don’t Say

October 22, 2026

Are corporations really going to flee Colorado if Amendment 87 passes? Not so fast. Here's why corporate tax policy is…

The People Who Made Us

October 15, 2026

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This Hispanic Heritage Month, three CFI team members share personal reflections on the families, communities and cultures that shaped their…

ICE’s Impact on Colorado Workers

October 9, 2026

Increased ICE activity has ripple effects across Colorado’s workforce and economy. New research shows how heightened immigration enforcement can reduce…

The Fiscal Voter: 2026 Ballot Guide

September 30, 2026

A people-centered budget reflects what we choose to make possible together.

September 2026 Forecast Five

September 18, 2026

Stronger-than-expected revenue does not change the bigger picture: Colorado’s budget still needs a long-term fix. It’s time for another Forecast…

Bots Can Comment, You Can Canvass

September 15, 2026

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Amendment 87 made the front page. Then the comments got weird. Our Policy Manager, Caroline Nutter, was at DIA on…

Colorado Baby Bonds Feasibility Study

August 25, 2026

New research from the Colorado Fiscal Institute and the SEED CO team finds a practical path to helping children from…

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