"Heidi Jeanne Hess’ re-appointment to the commission was rejected May 5 in a party-line Senate vote, a move that stemmed from tension over legislation that passed several years ago. Republican lawmakers’ rationale was that Hess advocates for employees suing business owners."

Once again, Hickenlooper doesn't like how people voted and is complaining about it. The Republican state senators voted and gave their rationale for why they made they the decision. They followed the process and operated within the rules. Case Closed.