* = incumbent
U.S. PRESIDENT
KAMALA D. HARRIS (D)
Kamala Harris is the leader America needs to move forward. As a former prosecutor and attorney general she proved her ability to fight for safer and more prosperous communities by holding criminals accountable while creating opportunities for rehabilitation, redemption and a second chance.
As a U.S. Senator, she demonstrated her legislative and policy chops, pushing through legislation to protect working class families while pushing back against the corrupt authoritarian regime of Donald Trump.
And as Vice President, she has proven that she is a champion for all Americans, fighting to protect the jobs, homes, healthcare, civil rights, natural environment and human dignity of every American, no matter their race, culture, creed or identity.
Perhaps most importantly, however, she is a steady leader who believes in the values of liberty and democracy. These are key traits that give her the unique opportunity to unite Americans of all backgrounds as well as to rally support for America’s interests and allies on the global stage. Traditional Republicans have flocked to her as a chance to heal the wounds our nation has endured since 2016. She is a force of renewal and has a bracing vision to improve the lives of Americans, help business thrive and expand our stature internationally.
As the first woman of color elected vice president, Kamala Harris has already broken through barriers that once seemed impenetrable, but she is not done yet. She is ready to lead the country toward a more equitable and sustainable future. We offer her our unreserved endorsement and hope Nevadans will join us in standing behind her to build a future that works for everyone. A vote for Harris is a vote of pure patriotism.
U.S. SENATE
U.S. SENATE: JACKY S. ROSEN* (D)
In her first term, Democratic Senator Jacky Rosen has proven herself to be an independent thinker and a hard-working advocate for the state. She doesn’t shy away from working across the aisle, a quality that has earned her recognition as one of the top 10 most bipartisan Senators by the Lugar Center for three years running. Rosen’s ability to bridge divides has also made her the 7th most effective Democrat in the U.S. Senate, according to the Center for Effective Lawmaking—an unprecedented achievement for a first-term senator.
Rosen’s dedication to Nevada is clear in her track record. She has helped secure billions in federal funding for the state and passed critical legislation to tackle drug smuggling, support law enforcement, train nurses and healthcare providers, and expand opportunities for small businesses and entrepreneurs.
Like Harris, Rosen has consistently defended women’s rights, advocated for climate change action, and supported sensible gun control measures—all issues that reflect the values of most Nevadans.
In contrast, her Republican opponent Sam Brown seems to care little for the opinion of Nevadans and is instead concerned exclusively with championing the interests of his billionaire benefactors and far-right MAGA extremists, including Thomas Klingenstein, the chairman of an extremist organization that partnered in the creation of Project 2025. Brown refuses to answer. Unfortunately for him, the millions of dollars in donations from Klingenstein in support of Brown’s campaign speak for themselves. The America Brown and his allies want to make a reality is a dystopian and repressive nightmare on the road to dictatorships and modeled after the likes of Hungarian strongman Victor Orban.
But even more disturbing than Brown’s loyalty to extremists is his complete disconnect from Nevadans. He referred to the closure of the Yucca Mountain Nuclear Waste Repository as an “incredible loss of revenue for our state,” a position so out of touch with Nevada’s values and safety that even members of his own party criticized him.
Brown is a dangerous choice for Nevadans while Rosen is a proven leader who is committed to bipartisanship and effective legislation.
This point underscores the larger context of the campaign to represent Nevada in the U.S. Senate: GOP control of Rosen’s seat is vital to the Republican plans laid out in Project 2025 and elsewhere, including implementing an abortion ban, and confirmation of even more extremists on the U.S. Supreme Court and at every other level of the federal judiciary.
Democratic control of the Senate is vital and the stakes of Rosen’s seat cannot be overstated.
Americans deserve a Senate that will defend the rule of law and uphold constitutional rights and the values of democracy, not serve as a puppet institution for the authoritarian cult of MAGA.
Moreover, Nevada deserves a senator who will fight for the state, not one who serves a far-right agenda. Jacky Rosen is that Senator.
U.S. HOUSE
U.S. HOUSE DISTRICT 1: DINA TITUS* (D)
With 30 years of legislative success, Dina Titus knows how to get things done and has consistently delivered for Nevadans.
As a member of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, she has successfully fought for federal infrastructure improvements that will create good paying jobs and promote local businesses, all while helping address southern Nevada’s historic water and housing shortages and bringing significant investments into the state.
Titus is also a responsive and engaged representative who returns home almost every week to connect with local communities, businesses and organizations. Far from the stereotypical trope of a disconnected career politician, Titus blends her deep expertise in Washington politics with a passion for her community.
Her ability to represent all Nevadans stands in sharp contrast to her opponent, Mark Robertson, whose more extreme conservative religious values threaten the quality of life for women, LGBTQ+ people, and senior citizens.
We strongly endorse Titus to continue serving Nevada.
U.S. HOUSE DISTRICT 3: SUSIE LEE* (D)
Susie Lee is the kind of consensus-driven leader our democracy urgently needs. As a member of the Problem Solvers Caucus, she has been consistently recognized as one of the top 10 most bipartisan members of Congress by the Lugar Center and Georgetown University’s McCourt School of Public Policy.
As a mom who had her two children through IVF, Lee has fought to ensure that women have the right to make their own health care decisions, championing compassion for mothers and families, regardless of their circumstances.
As an expert in education policy and a fierce advocate for children, schools, education and safer and healthier communities, Lee has shown a unique ability to achieve the policy goals of parents, students and educators while promoting fiscal responsibility for generations to come.
Lee also understands the importance of the climate crisis, particularly its impact on water, power and agriculture. She has clear, achievable plans for these and other issues, and deserves a fourth term to continue her work and assume greater leadership roles.
U.S. HOUSE DISTRICT 4: STEVEN HORSFORD* (D)
Steven Horsford is a rising star and Chief Deputy Whip in the U.S. House of Representatives, chair of the influential Congressional Black Caucus, and a member of the Problem Solvers Caucus. Mark our words: Horsford is a significant leader now, and clearly a leader for the future who has great works ahead of him.
With over a decade of combined service in Congress and the Nevada Senate, Horsford has been a tireless and highly effective champion for Nevada families and businesses.
In his most recent term, Horsford introduced legislation to lower prescription drug costs, make housing more affordable, prevent private corporations from buying up single-family homes for profit, help families gain increased access to career and technical education and promote entrepreneurship and small business success. The scope and ambition of these initiatives demonstrate his focus on the lives of Nevadans.
By ensuring that his bills serve rural Nevadans and other underserved communities, Horsford has earned bipartisan support for many of his bills and the admiration of his colleagues, Democrat and Republican alike.
Horsford is exactly the kind of leader Americans say they want: a working-class legislator who fights for the working class. He consistently delivers for Nevada and deserves another term to continue his work in Congress.
STATE LEGISLATURE
State Senate
State Senate District 1: Michelee “Shelly” Crawford (D)
State Senate District 3: Rochelle Nguyen* (D)
State Senate District4: Dina Neal* (D)
State Senate District 5: Jennifer Atlas (D)
State Senate District 6:Nicole Cannizzaro* (D)
State Senate District 7: Roberta Lange* (D)
State Senate District 11: Dallas Harris* (D)
Dallas Harris is an incumbent with a solid track record of fighting for children and families in Nevada. We believe she should continue to serve in Carson City. However, we would be remiss if we failed to acknowledge the outstanding work of her opponent, Lori Rogich, who is a champion for disabled and disadvantaged children and a thoughtful policy leader who we hope will continue to serve and seek office in the future.
State Senate District 18: John Steinbeck (R)
State Senate District 19: Anti-endorsement of John Ellison (R)
You know that something has gone terribly wrong when a candidate running unopposed can’t earn our endorsement, but such is the case with John Ellison. At the top of his website, Ellison proudly displays a photo of himself with former president and now convicted felon Donald Trump. The rest of Ellison’s website reads like a manifesto for a MAGA cult member. He is undeserving of our endorsement or your vote.
State Assembly
State Assembly District 1: Daniele Monroe-Moreno* (D)
State Assembly District 2: Ron Nelsen (D)
We have endorsed Ron Nelson’s opponent, Heidi Kasama, in multiple prior elections. However, Kasama’s hard stance against universal free lunch for school children led us to reevaluate our continued support. Given the demographics of the district she is likely to succeed regardless, but we cannot offer our endorsement.
State Assembly District 3: Selena Elizabeth Torres* (D)
State Assembly District 4: Ryan Hampton (D)
State Assembly District 5: Brittney M. Miller* (D)
State Assembly District 6: No endorsement
State Assembly District 7: Tanya Flanagan (D)
State Assembly District 8: Duy Nguyen* (D)
State Assembly District 9: Steve Yeager* (D)
State Assembly District 10: Venise L. Karris (D)
State Assembly District 11: Cinthia Moore (D)
State Assembly District 12: Max Carter II* (D)
State Assembly District 13: Daniel Andrews (D)
Daniel Andrews is a Former NASA scientist and current schoolteacher who works with young people in the prison system, experiences that bring unique and valuable knowledge and expertise to the Legislature.
His opponent Brian Hibbetts is also worthy of recognition. As one of the 10 Republicans most likely to break with their party, Hibbetts has demonstrated a level of independence that we admire. Unfortunately, he used his independent voice to champion legislation giving significant tax relief for cigar smokers and then, just one day later, voted against providing free lunches for schoolchildren. That’s disqualifying in our book.
State Assembly District 14: Erica Mosca* (D)
State Assembly District 15: Howard Watts* (D)
State Assembly District 16: Cecelia González* (D)
State Assembly District 17: Linda F. Hunt (D)
State Assembly District 18: Venicia Considine* (D)
State Assembly District 19: Thaddeus “Toby” Yurek* (D)
State Assembly District 20: David Orentlicher* (D)
State Assembly District 21: Elaine Marzola* (D)
State Assembly District 22: Melissa Hardy* (R)
State Assembly District 23: Danielle Gallant* (R)
State Assembly District 28: Reuben D’Silva* (D)
State Assembly District 29: Joe Dalia (D)
State Assembly District 34: Hanadi Nadeem (D)
State Assembly District 35: Sharifa Wahab (D)
State Assembly District 36:No endorsement
State Assembly District 37: Shea Backus* (D)
State Assembly District 41: Sandra Jauregui* (D)
State Assembly District 42: Tracy Brown-May* (D)
EDUCATION: BOARD OF REGENTS, STATE BOARD OF ED, & CCSD TRUSTEES
Board of Regents, Nevada System of Higher Education
District 1: Carlos D. Fernandez
District 4: Aaron Bautista
District 12: Amy J. Carvalho
Nevada State Board of Education
District 1: Tricia Braxton
District 3: Rene Cantu*
Board of Trustees, Clark County School District
District A: Karl Catarata
District B: Eileen Eady
District C: Evelyn Garcia Morales*
District E: Kamilah Bywaters
JUDICIAL
State Supreme Court Justices
The Supreme Court is Nevada’s highest judicial authority, reviewing appeals from District Courts to ensure fair verdicts and correct legal procedures and establishing binding law based upon their decisions.
The Supreme Court can also create commissions and committees to study the judicial system and recommend changes and improvements.
Justice of the Supreme Court, Seat C: Elissa Cadish*
Justice of the Supreme Court, Seat F: Patty Lee*
Justice of the Supreme Court, Seat G: Lidia Stiglich*
State District Court Judges
District Courts hear a wide variety of cases that range from juvenile and family law disputes to civil cases and even felony criminal cases. They also have appellate jurisdiction over Justice Courts.
Eighth Judicial District, Department 7: Danielle K. Pieper*
Eighth Judicial District, Department 14: Tina Talim*
Eighth Judicial District, Department 27: Terry Coffing
Eighth Judicial District, Department 29: Jacob Reynolds*
Eighth Judicial District, Family Division, Dept. C: Gregory G. Gordon*
Eighth Judicial District, Family Division, Dept. N: Paul M. Gaudet*
Eighth Judicial District, Family Division, Dept. O: Gina McConnell*
Justice Courts – Justices of the Peace
Justice Courts are county or township courts that have limited jurisdiction over misdemeanor criminal matters, traffic cases, civil matters up to $10,000, protection orders, landlord/tenant cases and preliminary hearings and arraignments.
Henderson – Dept. 1: Sandy Allred DiGiacomo
Las Vegas – Dept. 2: Joseph S. Sciscento*
Las Vegas – Dept. 4: Triple endorsement: Jessica Smith-Peterson, Holly Stoberski & Suzan Baucum
Las Vegas – Dept 5: No endorsement
Las Vegas – Dept 8: Amy Ferreira and Nancy Bernstein
North Las Vegas – Dept 2: Jonathan Cooper
MUNICIPAL AND COUNTY ELECTIONS
County Commissioners
District A: Michael Naft* (D)
District B: Marilyn Kirkpatrick* (D)
District C: Shannon Bilbray-Axelrod (D)
District D: William McCurdy II* (D)
Mayor, City of Las Vegas: Shelley Berkley
Shelley Berkley has a long history of public service and a deep commitment to Las Vegas. Her public service began in 1983 as a Nevada State Assemblywoman, where she strengthened consumer protection laws, cracked down on drunk driving, and created lasting programs like the Senior Law Project and the Lemon Law.
She then served 14 years in Congress, where she was a strong advocate for veterans, helping to establish the VA medical complex in Southern Nevada while championing healthcare reform and increased funding for medical education.
Berkley’s long and distinguished career will bring both policy chops and gravitas to the position of mayor. She is eminently qualified, has served our communities with distinction and repeatedly proven that her knowledge, experience and commitment to the people of Southern Nevada are unmatched.
Boulder City Council: Matt Fox*
Henderson Council, Ward 2: No endorsement
North Las Vegas Council, Ward 2: Ruth Garcia Anderson*
Las Vegas Council, Ward 5: Shondra Summers-Armstrong
While both of the candidates in this race would make excellent councilmembers, Summers-Armstrong brings a lifetime of experience working in government, an in-depth knowledge of how government does (and does not) work and a finely-tuned ability to get things done for the people of Las Vegas.
Ballot Questions
Ballot Question #1
Proposes amendments to modify the authorities of the Board of Regents of the Nevada System of Higher Education.
Our position: YES, support.
Nevada is currently the only state where a single elected board with constitutional status controls and manages the state’s entire system of public higher education. Question 1 seeks to change that by removing the constitutional status of the Board of Regents, making it accountable to the legislature.
Perhaps more importantly, Question 1 represents the first step towards having some positions on the board appointed rather than elected. By moving away from a purely elected board, the level of expertise and experience in higher education would almost certainly increase, while the constant electioneering that defines the current Regents would likely decrease.
Reforming the Regents is long overdue and would put the Board of Regents on par with every other governing board and agency within the state. Empowering the legislature to make future changes to the membership, structure and management of the Regents will create greater efficiency, effectiveness and responsiveness in a rapidly changing higher education landscape.
Ballot Question #2
Proposes to revise certain terms within the Nevada Constitution for individuals and entities who receive support from the State.
Our position: YES, support.
Question 2 on the 2024 ballot proposes removing outdated terms like “insane,” “deaf,” and “dumb” from the Nevada Constitution and replacing them with modern, inclusive language.
This update, suggested by a middle-school special education teacher, aims to reflect current social norms and reduce stigmatizing language in the law.
The terminology has not been updated in 160 years, despite frequent use by legal professionals and social workers. There is no formal opposition to this measure, and it passed unanimously in two legislative sessions without any objections. We proudly offer our support now.
Ballot Question #3
Proposes to amend the Nevada Constitution to allow for open primaries and ranked-choice voting.
Our position: NO, oppose.
There are legitimate concerns about how to address the growing number of Nevadans, and indeed Americans who feel disillusioned with all political parties and the subsequent primary push to more extreme positions. Unfortunately, Question 3 poses two unrelated issues that fail to directly address the disillusionment of Nevadans with political parties or the push toward extremism.
The first proposal introduces open primaries, allowing anyone to vote regardless of party affiliation. While proponents argue this might indirectly combat extremism, there is not compelling evidence to support that position and voters already have the ability to change their party registration to participate in closed primaries or to simply not vote for extremists.
The second part introduces ranked choice voting (RCV) for general elections, where voters rank up to five candidates. RCV, however, is vulnerable to manipulation, particularly through the order of candidates on the ballot or stacking of candidates. It may also reward mediocrity.
While the goals of reducing extremism and partisanship are admirable, the risks of election manipulation are too significant to support Question 3, especially in its current form which packages the two questions together.
Ballot Question #4
Proposes the removal of language authorizing the use of slavery and involuntary servitude as a criminal punishment from the Nevada Constitution.
Our position: YES, support.
Question 4 asks Nevada voters to remove language from the state’s constitution left over from the passage of the 13th Amendment, which abolished slavery and involuntary servitude in the United States except as punishment for a crime—a disturbing loophole that, historically, allowed for sham convictions of mostly Black and Brown people to be forced to labor against their will for little to no wages.
By passing Question 4, Nevadans can finally rid the constitution of this outdated language and demonstrate that slavery, whether in name or practice, has no place in the Silver State.
While legitimate concerns exist about the potential impact of Question 4 on the finances of prison operations, work programs and community service opportunities, those concerns can and should be addressed in the Legislature and should not be allowed to outweigh the simple truth that no person should be subject to slavery or involuntary servitude.
Ballot Question #5
Proposes the exemption of child and adult diapers from certain taxes.
Our position: YES, support
Infants, the elderly and people with disabilities and incontinence are among our most vulnerable citizens. Question 5’s proposed sales tax exemption on child and adult diapers is a simple and reasonable way to help support those who rely on diapers to manage a biological reality.
Ballot Question #6
Proposes to amend the Nevada Constitution to make abortion access individual right.
Our position: Yes, support.
Just one month ago, we issued a warning to Nevada voters that the GOP candidates in this year’s election want to police and control women’s bodies and impose their personal religious views on society. They have an ally in Gov. Joe Lombardo, who vetoed a bipartisan bill supported by Republican Senate Minority Leader Heidi Seevers Gansert and Assistant Minority Leader Carrie Buck that would have established the simple right to access contraception.
That’s why passing Ballot Question 6 is so important. By enshrining abortion as an individual right in the Nevada constitution, we can secure the basic health and livelihood of women across the Silver State for generations to come, regardless of the whims (or predation) of politics.
Ballot Question #7
Proposes to amend the Nevada Constitution to require voter ID.
Our position: NO, oppose.
Ballot Question 7 is a solution in search of a problem as an ID is already required to register to vote and voter fraud is not a significant problem in Nevada or anywhere else in the United States.
The barriers are especially burdensome for vulnerable groups, such as the elderly, people with disabilities, people who lack access to reliable transportation, people whose jobs do not allow them to take time off during business hours and rural residents who may lack access to government facilities where IDs can be obtained.
Moreover, voting is a fundamental right, not tied to activities like driving, attending school, or owning a firearm. Requiring IDs primarily obtained through these activities essentially forces participation in at least one of these activities as a precondition for voting.
Allowing the use of Social Security numbers for mail-in voting is also not acceptable as – unlike the ballot itself – the social security number would be written outside the envelope, in plain view to any number of potential identity thieves. Nor does such a requirement actually promote increased security, given the ease with which many social security numbers can be found or purchased via the dark web. Such a requirement essentially creates the circumstances for both mass identity theft and mass voter fraud.
Put simply, voter ID laws is a false security measure that actually serves as a stealth method to discourage mail-in ballots, suppress the vote, and discourage minority participation in elections. It’s bad public policy that responds to a non-existent problem: voter fraud is not an issue in Nevada.
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