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Republicans Will Have New Leadership with Wadhams Departure

Dick Wadhams
Colorado Statesman
Dick Wadhams

Colorado Republicans will have a new state party leader after chair Dick Wadhams unexpectedly dropped out of the running for a third term this week.

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KUNC's State Capitol Reporter Bente Birkeland examines the impact of his decision and what it means for Republicans across Colorado.

Bente Birkeland has been reporting on state legislative issues for KUNC and Rocky Mountain Community Radio since 2006. Originally, from Minnesota, Bente likes to hike and ski in her spare time. She keeps track of state politics throughout the year but is especially busy during the annual legislative session from January through early May.