Snarkvark @ PoliSnark.comAlright, Mayor Mike Johnston just can’t seem to stay in his lane. The guy is out here flying to Mexico City, hobnobbing with elites at global summits, talking about immigration policy as if Denver doesn’t have enough on its plate already. Meanwhile, his own city is in shambles, and taxpayers are probably wondering: How much more of our money does Johnston need to spend before he actually fixes something at home?
Look, immigration is important—no argument there. But why the hell is Johnston traveling abroad to chat with other mayors about it when Denver itself is drowning in real problems? The city’s facing skyrocketing homelessness, businesses closing left and right, and residents fleeing to places like Weld County where the taxes don’t feel like extortion. But nope, instead of tackling those issues head-on, Johnston’s off pitching his immigration policy like he’s trying to win a global talent show.
And let’s talk about the elephant in the room: money. How many public dollars are being burned on these out-of-town appearances? The city’s already spent over $36 million on housing and services for migrants, forcing cuts to local programs like Parks & Rec and the DMV (News) (Kiowa County Press). Yet here we are, with Johnston playing diplomat abroad, while Denver residents are left wondering if their potholes will ever get filled or if their favorite park will even stay open.
Mayor Johnston, here’s a wild idea: how about you stay in Denver and do the job you were elected to do? Focus on rebuilding the city and dealing with the crises already at your doorstep before you start handing out advice to other cities. We don’t need grand speeches at fancy summits—we need real solutions. Because if Johnston keeps jet-setting while Denver continues to fall apart, it won’t be long before voters start asking for a refund.
