Penry makes it official, quits guvs race Nov 11, 2009
Josh Penry made it official Tuesday, formally announcing his withdrawal from the race for the Republican nomination for governor, while also saying that I d be a better governor than his former rival, GOP front-runner Scott McInnis ... He said that the opportunity for a resurgence for our Grand Old Party in America and in Colorado posed a predicament for me: do I spend the next nine months engaging in a $5 million battle of attrition against Scott McInnis believing that I d be a better governor... (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Reports: Penry to exit Colo. governor race Nov 10, 2009
Scott McInnis and Evergreen businessman Dan Maes in the GOP field next year. Incumbent Democratic Gov. Bill Ritter is seeking re-election. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Business ties pay off for McInnis Oct 29, 2009
Former congressman Scott McInnis is winning the head-to-head battle for business campaign contributions among Colorado s three major gubernatorial candidates, an analysis of campaign donation figures shows. McInnis brought in more money from business groups and leaders than fellow GOP challenger Josh Penry or Democratic Gov. Bill Ritter from July through September, the first quarter in which all three were candidates. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Report: Sex Offender Freed in Budget Cut Program Oct 16, 2009
Senate Minority Leader Josh Penry and former Republican congressman Scott McInnis both of whom hope to challenge Ritter next year as the GOP's gubernatorial nominee said the program needs to be shut down. The odds are high that one or more of the first 10 prisoners released will reoffend, said McInnis, a former police officer. (Fox News)
McInnis welcomed;Friday night lights Oct 15, 2009
It was good to see former congressman Scott McInnis in town Tuesday speaking to the party (GOP) faithful. No town hall type protestations or shouts of You lie. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
A river runs through: Black Canyon National Park hosts celebration of park and Gunnison Gorge NCA formation Oct 11, 2009
Former U.S. Representative Scott McInnis, who was the prime sponsor of the bill in the House, said he was deeply committed at the time to make sure that the park was kept for all uses, allowing for the people to trust that the government wouldn't take too much land and over-reach when forming the park. Recently accomplished, which Rudd said also demonstrates the importance of collaboration among different entities, was quantifying water rights through the gorge. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
McInnis stumps in Montrose; blasts Ritter Oct 8, 2009
MONTROSE To rounds of applause, Republican candidate for governor Scott McInnis accused Gov. Bill Ritter of gambling with the state s future ... Republican governor candidate Scott McInnis speaks to a crowd of supporters at the Holiday Inn Express Tuesday afternoon. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Candidate McInnis talks jobs Oct 6, 2009
Colorado is in the worst economic shape it s been in in a long time and the state needs to refocus on attracting and keeping jobs, especially in the natural-gas and military industries, Republican gubernatorial candidate Scott McInnis said Monday. McInnis was kicking off a two-week, 28-stop listening tour about jobs and the economy that represents the former congressman s first major statewide outreach since formally announcing his candidacy. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Poll: Slight opposition to Afghan troop surge Sep 26, 2009
Scott McInnis way of state Sen. Josh Penry in Colorados GOP primary for governor. (TheHill.com)
Survey: Most want TABOR gone Sep 25, 2009
-- Scott McInnis is by far the most-favored among potential GOP candidates for governor (by 40 percent to Josh Penry's 13 percent). -- In the U.S. Senate race, Democratic incumbent Michael Bennet (favored by 41 percent) and Republican Jane Norton (45 percent) are the front-runners among those surveyed. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Zelizer: Why the shock about Joe Wilson? Sep 15, 2009
When Republican Scott McInnis of Colorado told him to be quiet, Stark called his Republican colleague a "fruitcake." After the media reported on the story, one Republican complained that "Only one [police officer] walked in, and then walked out, on each of three occasions. For that, [Democrats] want to call us Nazis.". At Obama's speech to Congress on health care, Rep. (CNN -- US)
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Scott McInnis in the polls and runs only even against a little-known Republican state legislator. Michael Bennet, appointed by Ritter to fill Interior Secretary Ken Salazar's Senate seat, has a negative job rating and runs well under 50 percent against Republican opponents. (Human Events Online)
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Former congressman Scott McInnis, one of three Republicans looking to challenge Ritter in the 2010 election, criticized Ritter for proposing fee increases on background checks for concealed-carry weapons permit applicants. The Legislature will have to pass a law in 2010 to carry out the governor s wishes. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
McInnis/Canterbury Jul 25, 2009
Tess is the daughter of Christy and Martin Begien Jr. of Reading, and Lori and Scott McInnis, Grand Junction, Col. Matt is the son of Tom and Gayle Canterbury of Sioux City, Iowa. Tess is a 1997 graduate of Winchester High School, Winchester, and a 2001 graduate of Bryant College in Smithfield, R.I.. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Marostica to lead eco-devo team Jul 24, 2009
Republicans Dan Maes, Scott McInnis and Josh Penry are running to oust him. Speaker of the House Terrance Carroll, a Democrat, praised Ritter s choice of Marostica. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Political Grapevine Jul 9, 2009
Colorado gubernatorial candidate Scott McInnis is learning a tough lesson in his race: mountains matter. The Republican had a large photo on his Web site with the headline: "What do you want for the future of Colorado?" There was a slight problem, though. (Fox News)
Oops, Wrong Rockies Jul 9, 2009
Republican Scott McInnis accidentally used a picture of the Canadian Rockies on his Web site. Campaign officials say a design consultant who created the Web site made the goof. (KWTX.com, TX)
McInnis creates campaign committee Jul 2, 2009
Former congressman Scott McInnis took the first major step in his gubernatorial bid Wednesday, filing paperwork with the Colorado Secretary of State s office to create his campaign committee and begin raising funds. McInnis, an attorney and Grand Junction resident, joins Evergreen businessman Don Maes in the field of Republican contenders looking to unseat Democratic Gov. Bill Ritter. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
In Defeat, Colo. GOP Gets Set for Victory May 27, 2009
Scott McInnis leading Mr. Ritter in a hypothetical 2010 match-up by a margin of 48 percent to 41 percent. There's also opportunity for Republicans in 2010 on the Senate side. (Newsmax)
Wildcats net share of Cap 7 Feb 14, 2009
"We don't mind sharing it," Wildcats coach Scott McInnis said. "I can't think of a better team I'd want to share it with.". (News & Observer -- Sports)
