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"We have a deficit of people who have ever made a payroll making decisions in the legislature."
- Bryan Wachter, President, Retail Association of Nevada, says Nevada would benefit from having more business owners and entrepreneurs serving in elected office. He argues firsthand experience running a business can provide valuable perspective when lawmakers are considering economic and workforce policies. - Friday, June 12, 2026.
"Voters say they want change. When they're sitting around the coffee table, but I think when they get to the ballot box, they're scared of change."
- Mike Draper, Partner, Argentum Partners, says election results often demonstrate that voters prefer familiar candidates despite expressing frustration with the political status quo. He argues incumbents and established candidates continue to benefit from perceptions of stability and electability. - Thursday, June 11, 2026.
"The bad guys were able to sweet talk the IT department into handing over the keys to the castle."
- Ira Victor, Digital Forensic Analyst, DiscoveryTechnician.com, says many major cybersecurity breaches are caused by human error and poor internal processes rather than sophisticated hacking techniques. He points to recent high-profile attacks as examples of social engineering exploiting organizational weaknesses. - Wednesday, June 10, 2026.
"If we close that door, if we make it so difficult that it's not worth it, they will go somewhere else."
- Clay Mitchell, Storey County Commissioner, District 1, says Nevada is well-positioned to attract data center investment because of its land availability, tax structure, and energy resources. He argues communities should carefully weigh potential impacts without losing sight of the industry's economic benefits. - Tuesday, June 9, 2026.
"We need to get everybody together and discuss what the real issues are."
- Rob Benner, Secretary/Treasurer Northern Nevada Central Labor Council. AFL-CIO, says concerns about water, power, and noise should be addressed through public discussions and clear regulations rather than a moratorium. He argues communities should focus on facts when evaluating the future of data centers in Northern Nevada. - Friday, June 5, 2026.
"A moratorium sends a signal that we're not open for business."
- Kathleen Taylor, Candidate for Reno Mayor, says Reno should continue developing data center regulations without pausing projects altogether. She explains a moratorium could discourage future investment and economic development throughout the region. - Thursday, June 4, 2026.
"There’s only three ways you leave this business: you die, you get fired, or you call your own shot."
- Congressman Mark Amodei, CD 2, says his decision not to seek reelection was driven by timing and a desire to leave public office on his own terms. After nearly 15 years in Congress, he says the timing felt right to step away and make the announcement early enough to avoid a last-minute scramble among potential candidates. - Wednesday, June 3, 2026.
"We alone can’t conserve in a vacuum."
- Tera Anderson, Candidate CD 3 says Nevada’s long-term water security depends on all seven Colorado River Compact states adopting stronger conservation measures. She argues Nevada has led the way on water stewardship, but says neighboring states must meet the same standards to protect the region’s shared resources. - Tuesday, June 2, 2026.
"They were 60 days from filing bankruptcy."
- George Ogilvie, Managing Partner, McDonald Carano describing the position MGM was in when they got into a 5-year fight with Tutor Perini, the contractor for The Harmon tower that resulted in a nearly $190 million dollar settlement for Tutor Perini. The settlement was confidential and resolved all disputes without any party admitting wrongdoing. - Friday, May 29, 2026.
"The Webster dictionary terminology for esports is a multiplayer competitive game, but it's been more than that. Now it's been communities of gamers all getting together."
- Hieu Van Le, President/Founder, Nevada eSports Education League, says esports is fundamentally about building connections between people with shared interests. He believes the industry’s growth is being driven not only by competition, but also by the sense of belonging and community it creates. - Thursday, May 28, 2026.
"If I had a magic wand and had one wish, it would be that we'd be able to open up more land for development."
- Tina Frias, Esq. CEO, Southern Nevada Home Builders Association, says Nevada’s limited supply of developable land remains one of the biggest obstacles to housing affordability. Frias says the region could run short of available land within the next decade and is encouraged by ongoing efforts to streamline the federal land disposal process. - Wednesday, May 27, 2026.
"Prediction markets are just a fancy word for a betting exchange, and it’s sports betting, simple enough."
- Joe Asher, Owner, Boomers Sportsbook, argues platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket are effectively operating as sportsbooks under a different name. He says the overwhelming majority of activity on these platforms centers on sports wagering and should be subject to the same regulatory framework as traditional sports betting operators. - Tuesday, May 26, 2026.
"We have to start evaluating things when they come before us for land use entitlements through that economic lens in a variety of different ways."
- Michael Naft, Chair, Clark County Commission, says the county is taking a broader approach when reviewing projects like data centers, including water consumption, power usage, and long-term community impact. He says Southern Nevada must balance economic growth with responsible resource management. - Friday, May 22, 2026.
"It’s astounding how quickly the fun economy has exploded to a point where now we think it’s about 14% of all the money spent on earth."
- Bo Bernhard, Professor, William F. Harrah, School of Hospitality, says tourism, sports, and entertainment have become one of the largest global economic sectors in modern history, equaling roughly $14 trillion in spending. He argues Las Vegas should increasingly be viewed as a global capital of the “fun economy” because of its leadership in those industries. - Thursday, May 21, 2026.
"I think that checks all the boxes."
- Becky Harris Candidate, Clark County Commission, District F, says the proposed Ivanpah Airport project could become a transformational economic driver for Southern Nevada. She says the development has the potential to create jobs, support new communities, and serve as a catalyst for expanded regional transportation infrastructure. - Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
"I think Gen Z is going to be the most underrated generation in recent modern history."
- Jeremy Aguero, Principal, Applied Analysis, says younger generations are uniquely equipped to adapt to rapid technological change and artificial intelligence. He believes emerging technologies could dramatically improve global quality of life, productivity, healthcare, and economic opportunity in the decades ahead. - Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
