Posted in Blog | 05/07/12 | by Nevada Democratic Party
See below for a message from Nevada State Democratic Party State Chair Roberta Lange announcing details for the 2012 State Convention. Dear Delegate, As a delegate to the State Convention, I wanted you to be the first to receive the details for our convention. I am happy to announce that our convention will be held June 9th and 10th at Bally's Las Vegas. We will also hold a very special Welcome Reception on Friday evening June 8th at Bally's…
Posted in Blog | 02/08/11 | by Nevada Democratic Party
The 76th regular session of the Nevada Legislature has begun! Here is a list of helpful links and tools to help you stay engaged with your state government.For general information, please visit the legislative website.For information on committee meetings, bills, minutes, agendas and handouts, check out the brand-new Nevada Electronic Legislative Information System (NELIS) -- it is a great resource!Find a few bills you would like to track from home? Use the personalized bill tracking software located here to help keep you informed as they…
Posted in Blog | 10/17/10 | by Nevada Democratic Party
Statement from Nevada State Democratic Party Chair Sam Lieberman on the Passing of Edmundo “Eddie” Escobedo, Sr.: “It is with great sadness that Nevada Democrats mourn the passing of Edmundo 'Eddie' Escobedo, Sr., the founder and publisher of El Mundo newspaper, and longtime activist. Eddie was a stalwart Democrat and friend to so many people in our community. Our elected officials and leaders so often relied on his friendship and counsel. He will be sorely missed, and our thoughts are…
Posted in Blog | 10/01/10 | by Nevada Democratic Party
Dear Friend, Elections are about choices, and you face a very clear choice this year. I was born and raised in Nevada and I still live here today. I love this state and fight hard every day to help strengthen Nevada's working families and get our economy back on track. My opponent has a very different approach. In her world, when the going gets tough, you're on your own. Look no further than her recent comments when she stood up…
Posted in Blog | 09/24/10 | by Nevada Democratic Party
This is an incredibly important election. Sen. Reid's opponent , Sharron Angle, wants to kill Social Security and Medicare, says the unemployed are "spoiled" and that it's "not (her) job to create jobs," and that insurance companies shouldn't have to cover treatment for children with autism. And while it's incredibly important that we reelect Sen. Harry Reid - who delivers for this state like no one can - it's also important that we elect a Democratic governor and lieutenant governor,…
Posted in Blog | 09/16/10 | by Nevada Democratic Party
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Posted in Blog | 09/13/10 | by Nevada Democratic Party
DON’T BE FOOLED. SHARRON ANGLE AND HER CAMPAIGN KNEW EXACTLY WHAT THEY WERE DOING WHEN THEY COORDINATED WITH TARKANIAN. AND THEY KNEW IT WAS WRONG. Angle On IEs In The Primary: “The Federal Law Forbids Us From Having Any Contact With Them Because It Says You Can Not Coordinate Those Efforts.” “The University of Nevada, Reno alum is also getting her message out on the airwaves with advertising paid for by her campaign and from the Tea Party movement. She's…
Posted in Blog | 06/29/10 | by Nevada Democratic Party
ARMED SERVICES/ VETERANS We believe that service to our country is the greatest act of self-sacrifice and patriotism. We support necessary services and care for all veterans, regardless of the location of the nearest Veterans’ Affairs hospital or the ability to pay. We further believe that all veterans must be provided with help reintegrating into their communities, including but not limited to: counseling services, technical training and education benefits, including the GI Bill, and appropriate disability payments for those who…
Posted in Blog | 06/23/10 | by Nevada Democratic Party
June 26, 2010 As adopted unanimously by the Standing Convention Committee on Rules A. Allocation of Delegates Each county shall be entitled to one (1) delegate for each 150 registered voters of that party, or major fraction of such number, residing in such county, but each county shall be entitled to at least one delegate. B. Delegate and Alternate Eligibility All delegates and seated alternates to the state convention must be registered Democrats residing in the county which they are…
Posted in Blog | 06/15/10 | by Nevada Democratic Party
Dear fellow Democrats, On Friday evening, June 25th, I hope you will join me for a special reception to welcome our convention delegates and honor Virginia Cain and John Ponticello for their service to the Democratic Party. This festive evening will kick off our 2010 State Convention Weekend. It’s a great opportunity to socialize with fellow Democrats from across the state, and recognize Virginia and John for their years of dedication and service to Democratic causes. The reception will begin…