Add Lynn Bartels to Colorado’s roll call of legends | Dick Wadhams

Lynn Bartels has been rightfully recognized among Colorado's political legends following the closure of the Rocky Mountain News in 2009. Her contributions to political journalism were celebrated during the state party's annual Centennial Dinner, where over 600 Republicans gathered to mourn the loss of a significant newspaper. Bartels' legacy is a reminder of the vital role of robust journalism in political discourse, highlighting why the demise of influential media outlets impacts the transparency and integrity of public information.