Reno City Councilman Miguel Martinez strongly opposes cuts to Medicare Advantage. He warns that slashing benefits, raising premiums, or increasing out-of-pocket costs would devastate vulnerable seniors who rely on its comprehensive, low-cost coverage. This includes prescription drugs, dental, vision, and in-home services not available through traditional Medicare.With over 35.5 million enrollees depending on the program for affordable care and chronic disease management, he calls reductions disastrous for at-risk communities.Citing strong polling opposition from members and the political power of seniors ahead of the 2026 midterms, Martinez urges Senators Cortez Masto and Rosen to support full CMS funding in the upcoming Rate Notice.

Janine Hansen leads conservative groups with fervor, yet her Independent American Party campaigns consistently split the conservative vote, delivering Democratic victories in the tight 2022 and 2024 statewide races. Is she a steadfast purist or an ally of the left? Unravel the enigma of her divisive legacy.

The U.S. Constitution is designed to limit government power and protect individual liberties, not to govern citizens but to restrain the government itself. Misinterpretations by leaders, such as Democratic Senator Tim Kaine’s recent remarks, highlight a dangerous misunderstanding that threatens liberty by inviting government overreach. The Constitution’s role as a check on authority, reinforced by the Bill of Rights and the Founders’ vision, must be upheld to preserve freedom.

Assemblymember Jovan Jackson, a Nevada native and cancer survivor who relied on Medicaid for life-saving care, urges Congress to protect Medicare Advantage, a program vital for over 320,000 Nevada seniors. He emphasizes that it provides essential benefits like dental, vision, hearing, prescription drugs, and care coordination that traditional Medicare lacks, enabling seniors on fixed incomes to maintain health, independence, and dignity. With Nevada's senior population growing rapidly, Jackson calls on lawmakers to safeguard this low-cost, comprehensive option rather than risk turning their backs on vulnerable residents.

Community banks, crucial for minority- and women-owned businesses in underserved areas like Las Vegas, struggle against larger banks due to limited funding. Partnering with third-party funders and digital platforms like Raisin can help them stay competitive, promote financial equity, and boost local economies.

Charlie Kirk’s political assassination shocked the nation, echoing historical violence against figures like Malcolm X, Martin Luther King Jr., and Harvey Milk. It underscores the need for justice and dialogue to protect free speech and democracy from fear-driven attacks.

In Nevada’s swing-state elections, some candidates run not to win but to manipulate outcomes, split votes, or gain publicity. Tactics like funding decoy candidates, as seen in 2010 with Scott Ashjian aiding Harry Reid or 2024’s Patriots Run Project, exploit lax finance laws, eroding trust. Perennial runners like Chris Cunningham and stunt candidates like “God Almighty” add to the farce. Alexis Hill’s 2026 gubernatorial bid may be another ploy for attention, not leadership. Voters deserve authentic contenders.

The outcome of the 2024 election should prompt a deep introspection within the media. Journalists and media personalities must critically evaluate their personal biases, striving for a balance that encourages informed debate rather than division.

To get ballot access for the 2024 general election, Margery’s Greens were required to obtain 10,095 valid signatures from Nevada voters. Clipboards in hand, they went to work. They didn't just work; they hustled, sweated, and rallied, amassing signatures like there was a gold rush for democracy.