The Colorado Republicans then continued their challenge to the provision as a whole.

Meanwhile, the Colorado Republicans' plan was passed, and Democrats have gone to court to challenge it.

Colorado Republicans support a strong national defense as well as, strengthening border security to prevent illegal immigration.

Colorado Republicans split last year over a referendum suspending the state's constitutional cap on spending growth.

"I have never seen two such convincing presentations so diametrically opposed," said the Colorado Republican, shaking his head.

This race was among those targeted by Colorado Republicans hoping to make gains during the midterm 2010 legislative elections.

"There are not many Colorado Republicans with ponytails."

Senator Hank Brown, Republican of Colorado, has also announced he will not seek re-election.

Senator Hank Brown, Republican of Colorado, even submitted an amendment to ban those and 52 other projects.