Alec Berg (he/him)

How Colorado Helped Build the Anti-LGBTQ+ Playbook

In 1992, Colorado became known as the “Hate State” after voters approved an amendment targeting LGBTQ+ rights, setting the stage for a political playbook that continues to shape the fight for equality today.

Ann Marie Awad (they/them), Xandra McMahon (she/her), Chris Fazzari (he/him) Oct 20, 2026

POLITICS

The Man Behind the Anti-Trans Ballot Machine

Tim Mooney has spent years turning contentious political fights into ballot questions. Now, his operation is targeting transgender rights in the southwest.

Lorenzo Gomez (he/him) Oct 14, 2026

SAFETY

‘A Place Where Nobody Can Hear You Scream’: Witnesses Describe Border Patrol Crackdown At Lochiel

After a raid, a seven-hour standoff and the felling of four cottonwoods, activists say they’re staying put. Overnight, agents moved on the last tree-sitter in Mexico.

John Washington (he/him) Oct 9, 2026

Alec Berg is a journalist based in Denver who's covered the queer community in Colorado. In his free time, Alec enjoys the outdoors in Colorado.

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SAFETY

Who Is Responsible When a Gay Bar Isn’t Safe?

A federal appeals court says Club Q shooting victims can’t sue the bar’s owner over its security. Across Colorado, queer bar owners are left to figure out how much protection is enough.

Alec Berg (he/him) Sep 15, 2026

CULTURE

They’ve Been Where Tucson Is Now. Here’s What They Want You to Know.

Survivors of Club Q in Colorado Springs say Tucson’s LGBTQ+ community can draw on lessons from the years of grief, solidarity and division that followed their own tragedy.

Alec Berg (he/him) Sep 4, 2026

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