Presidential candidate Tom Steyer visited Latino-run small businesses in the Midtown area of Reno late-January and stumped about his economic plan. He also said that President Donald Trump has “targeted Latinos in a racist agenda. The business man said that “Latinos are also American citizens who care a great deal about being able to earn… [Read More]
Jenny Brekhus Hopeful for Re-Election in Reno Ward 1
Brekhus, 49, is hoping to be re-elected in this year’s bid for Reno City Council Ward 1. She won 2012’s election with 58 percent of the votes over her opponent Bernie Carter.
Getting To Know Victor Salcido: First Time Candidate for Reno City Council
Salcido, 33, is running against Jenny Brekhus for Reno City Council, Ward 1. This is his first time running for local office.
A Look at the Race for Sparks Ward 1
This year’s race for Sparks Ward 1 is particularly special. For the first time in the city’s history, there are two Millennials running for the same spot on the Sparks City Council.
A Trumblican Runs for Nevada Senate: Getting to Know Eddie Hamilton
His name will appear on the Nevada primary ballot on June 14, 2016 as HAMILTON, Eddie “Trumblican”. As suggested, Hamilton is a self-identified super fan of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and hopes to be his “go-to guy” in the Senate if elected to the open seat.
Getting to Know Susie Lee
When it comes to education, Democratic Congressional candidate Susie Lee would tell you she’s devoted much of her life to improving the lives of Nevada’s children. Among her accolades is her role as president for the Communities In Schools of Nevada board.
Rick Shepherd: From Victim of Identity Theft to Congressional Candidate
As the march towards November continues, Shepherd is hopeful that his personal, hands-on approach is enough to set him apart from the rest of the political pack and make this former student, entrepreneur, teacher and activist a future congressman.
Getting to Know Danny Tarkanian
LAS VEGAS, NV – 2015: Danny Tarkanian is one of seven Republicans running for U.S. Congress to represent the 3rd Congressional District of Nevada. CREDIT: Tark For Congress By Ashlee Jones Republican candidate Danny Tarkanian would tell you leadership and competitiveness go hand in hand – in both sports and politics. After his sports career ended in… [Read More]
Getting to Know Catherine Cortez Masto
Las Vegas, Nevada—Feb. 8, 2016: Catherine Cortez Masto is seen working at her desk. Cortez Masto was previously Nevada’s attorney general and is now running for a position in the Senate to replace Harry Reid. (Photo courtesy of catherinecortezmasto.com) By Jose Olivares Harry Reid has held an important position in the Senate for 29 years…. [Read More]
Moderate Underdog in a Blue District: Getting to Know Mary Perry
Mary Perry is the Republican candidate for Nevada’s 1st Congressional District. Photo provided by The Mary Perry Congressional Campaign. By Michael Olinger Republican congressional candidate Mary Perry was just getting into her car to drive home when I called to speak with her for a second time on a nondescript Thursday afternoon. “I’ve got one of… [Read More]