After Politics
Stapleton's career in politics finally ended when he lost his 1947 mayoral re-election bid to James Quigg Newton.
After leaving office, it was uncovered that Stapleton had ties to the Ku Klux Klan, from which he had enjoyed considerable influence in return for its electoral support. This association continues to overshadow his notable contributions to Denver's economic and cultural institutions.
Stapleton died on May 23, 1950 at his home in Denver.
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