Jon Caldara
| Jon Caldara | |
|---|---|
| Born | Trenton, New Jersey |
| Residence | Boulder, Colorado |
| Nationality | United States |
| Occupation | President of the Independence Institute |
Jon Caldara is an American libertarian activist who serves as the president of the Independence Institute. He is a radio host and has a current events show, Devil's Advocate with Jon Caldara, that airs on Colorado Public Television.[1]
Early life and education
Caldara was born in Trenton, New Jersey. His family moved to Colorado when he was six years old. He graduated from Heritage High School and the University of Colorado Boulder. While in college, he drew a comic strip called B Street.[2] After college, Caldara worked as a roadie setting up stage equipment for rock bands. He later started a stage lighting business.[3]
Public policy career
Caldara was elected to the board of directors for the Regional Transportation District, eventually becoming chairman.[3] He replaced Tom Tancredo as president of the Independence Institute, a Colorado think tank, in 1998.[3]
Personal life
Caldara is the father of three children, one of whom died of cancer when she was one year old.[4] His son has Down syndrome.[2]
See also
References
- ↑ Roberts, Michael (January 6, 2012). "Rick Barber out after thirty years at KOA, Jon Caldara's show also ending". Westword. Retrieved 30 August 2016.
- 1 2 Husted, Bill (January 25, 2016). "Independence Institute's Jon Caldara on Trump, conservatism and 'seeing the universe honestly'". Denver Business Journal. Retrieved 30 August 2016.
- 1 2 3 McPhee, Mike; Young, Ricky (October 15, 1998). "RTD chief to drive think tank". Denver Post. Retrieved 30 August 2016.
- ↑ Bartels, Lynn (July 17, 2015). "Jon Caldara's haunting appeal to raise money for Children's Hospital". Denver Post. Retrieved 30 August 2016.