Constitutional Foundations and the Fight for Parental Rights

On October 14, 2025, Kim Monson returns from travel to tackle the intersection of constitutional principles and parental rights with school board member Jamilynn D’avola, former state senator Kevin Lundberg, attorney Jon Boesen, and constitutional expert Rob Natelson, author of The Original Constitution.

Schools as Battlegrounds for Parental Rights

Start listening at 10:37 – Hour 1

Jamilynn D’avola, running for re-election to the El Paso County School District 49 board, details her district’s stand against House Bill 1312 and transgender policies that she says distract from core academics. D’avola explains that District 49 adopted a Parents’ Bill of Rights in 2022 requiring full transparency from school personnel. The district now prohibits biological males from competing on girls’ sports teams or using girls’ restrooms. D’avola notes that door-knocking conversations consistently reveal parents’ top concern is whether their daughters will be safe at school.

“We as a district decided to take a firm stand against that because of it stripping the parental rights and distracting away from being able to do what we’re supposed to do. We’re supposed to be able to teach reading, writing, and math and not have to think about issues that are completely distracting in the classroom, such as transgenderism.”

Jamilynn D’avola, School Board Director, El Paso County School District 49

Protect Kids Colorado Ballot Initiatives

Start listening at 23:24 – Hour 1

Kevin Lundberg, former state senator and chairman of Protect Kids Colorado, updates listeners on the petition drive for three ballot initiatives protecting children from sex trafficking, irreversible sex-change procedures, and unfair athletic competition. Lundberg reports that over 1,000 volunteers have stepped up to gather the 200,000 signatures needed by February 1st. He also discusses the pending Levi Pruder Supreme Court case regarding parental rights in schools, which entered conference consideration and was rescheduled for a second hearing.

Lundberg announces the upcoming Republican gubernatorial forum on October 18th at Resurrection Fellowship in Loveland, where 16 of 19 declared candidates will appear. He invokes Reagan’s Eleventh Commandment, urging candidates to avoid attacking fellow Republicans and instead focus on limited government and maximum individual freedom.

“This isn’t just some, oh, let’s tweak a little thing here or there. No, let’s stop the policies that are in place right now dead in their tracks and go the opposite direction, which is the right way for the best of Colorado, for the best of the children in Colorado, for the families.”

Kevin Lundberg, Chairman, Protect Kids Colorado

Preparing for Accident Claims and Winter Driving

Start listening at 65:42 – Hour 1

Jon Boesen of Boesen Law emphasizes the importance of contacting an attorney immediately after any accident or injury. Boesen explains that delays allow stories to change and witnesses to disappear, making it harder to build a strong case. He offers free consultations whether by phone or in person and stresses that even if he doesn’t take a case, he provides sound advice to help people navigate their situations.

With winter approaching, Boesen and Kim discuss preparing vehicles for cold weather, including tire changes, tune-ups, windshield wipers, defroster checks, and keeping ice scrapers and washer fluid stocked.

“Any kind of legal matter, but especially personal injury matters, people need to reach out and not hesitate.”

Jon Boesen, Attorney, Boesen Law

Understanding the Constitution’s True Meaning

Start listening at 75:57 – Hour 2

Rob Natelson, constitutional expert and author of The Original Constitution, takes listener calls on constitutional questions. The fourth edition of his book addresses developments including the Trump impeachments and emoluments clause litigation, clarifying terms like “high misdemeanors” using founding-era evidence.

Caller Sondra asks about the chilling effect on political assembly, noting that event venues are now hidden until tickets are purchased. Natelson identifies a troubling shift from traditional liberalism to totalitarianism among those educated at prestige institutions. He attributes this to ideological bubbles in academia and suggests terminating federal student loans to shrink the bloated higher education bureaucracy that fosters indoctrination.

Caller Mark asks about democracy versus republic, and Natelson explains that founders used both terms but distinguished constitutional democracy from “pure democracy,” which they considered incompatible with republican government. Caller Wyatt from Wyoming questions federal land ownership, and Natelson argues the Constitution permits holding land only for enumerated purposes, not indefinitely. He notes that environmental treasures could be held by permanent trusts rather than the federal government.

“We have raised a generation, and I don’t mean to say this is just an age thing, but we’ve raised a generation of civic barbarians who don’t believe in fundamental rights.”

Rob Natelson, Constitutional Scholar and Author