Barack Obama's Final Push For Battleground Colorado; Sarah Palin And Michelle Obama Returning To Colorado On Monday

The battle for Colorado isn't over.

Barack Obama drew thousands more to a rally in Pueblo, where he took shots at John McCain and Vice President Dick Cheney. His visit forced the Secret Service to shut down local businesses (h/t Complete Colorado)--exactly the change we need in this economy.

Both campaigns will seek to make closing arguments before Tuesday's election--Sarah Palin and Michelle Obama will both be in Colorado on Monday.

How The West Will Be Lost--Video Update

Last week SP attended and reported on a social conservative/libertarian summit in Denver that discussed Democrats' recent success in attempting to turn the intermountain West blue, and the disconcerting failure of the GOP in what was once viewed as a political stronghold.

Here is video of the discussion, via Jon Caldara's blog, who also has some reflections and a roundup:

How The West Will Be Lost