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"I do not support the expansion of these hyperscale data centers."
- Minja Yan, candidate for Clark County Commission District F, calls for a moratorium on hyperscale data center development, arguing that the facilities create relatively few permanent jobs compared to other land uses. Opponent Becky Harris (I) argues that data centers are necessary to support modern technology and should be evaluated individually to ensure responsible development. - Friday, October 16, 2026.
"If we have a bottom line that we're both trying to achieve, that's the key to good success."
- Sig Rogich, President of Rogich Communications, says effective government depends on finding common goals across political differences. - Thursday, October 15, 2026.
"We should mandate that the history of socialism and communism in the world should be taught."
- Sig Rogich, President of Rogich Communications, says Nevada schools should be required to teach the history of socialism and communism beginning in fifth grade. He says he has suggested this idea to Governor Joe Lombardo and hopes to find lawmakers willing to introduce legislation. - Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
"Parents should be the number one people that decide what happens with their children's education."
- George Harris, Candidate for State Senate #8, advocates giving families greater control over where their children attend school. He says parents should be able to choose schools outside their neighborhoods and argues that Nevada needs to reconsider its approach to student transportation and educational outcomes. - Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
"The Republicans, in my view, shot themselves in the foot."
- Fred Lokken, Professor of Political Science, TMCC, says the Republican primary in Nevada's Congressional District 2 has created an opportunity for Democrats. He explains that David Flippo's nomination has opened the door for Democrats in the traditionally Republican district, particularly as they invest in candidate Teresa Benitez-Thompson. - Friday, October 9, 2026.
"That is a political decision. I am never going to vote politically."
- Kathleen Taylor, Candidate for Reno Mayor, criticizes the proposed data center moratorium, arguing it was introduced for political reasons rather than to address development concerns. Taylor says she favors evaluating projects through regional regulations that protect water resources, electricity customers and residential neighborhoods. - Thursday, October 8, 2026.
"Being able to catch up on the infrastructure that we need to get those workers in and out is crucial."
- Clay Mitchell, Storey County Commissioner, District 1, says Tesla's new Semi factory is expected to significantly increase employment at the Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center, with initial projections of 3,000 permanent jobs. Mitchell says the county is working to address transportation challenges as the facility ramps up production. - Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
"If we don't grow, we die."
- Ed Lawson, Mayor of Sparks, says the city must continue expanding to maintain its economic future, even if that means building taller residential developments as available land becomes limited. His challenger, Wendi Rawson, argues that high-rise development would threaten Sparks' community character and that growth should prioritize infrastructure improvements. - Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
"I wanted to change the perception of Reno so badly."
- Hillary Schieve, Mayor of Reno, reflects on how the city has transformed during her 14 years in elected office. She says changing Reno’s reputation was a major priority, including embracing arts, culture and even things the city once shied away from as part of its identity. - Friday, October 2, 2026.
"People are making money off of natural disasters."
- US Senator Catherine Cortez Masto says prediction markets should not allow people to wager on wildfires, hurricanes or other natural disasters. She is working on federal legislation that would prohibit those bets, as well as wagering on national security issues. - Thursday, October 1, 2026.
"You need a data center, but you have to do it transparently."
- Congresswoman Dina Titus CD 1 says Nevada needs data centers to support everything from everyday technology to broader economic and national security needs, but argues communities should have a voice in how they're developed. She says projects should be evaluated individually based on their water, energy and environmental impacts. - Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
"America will become isolated, and that is not in anyone's best interest."
- Senator Jacky Rosen says the U.S. needs to maintain strong relationships with allies and partners around the world. She argues an isolationist approach would weaken America's national security and make the country less safe. - Tuesday, September 29, 2026.
"We all need to share the burden, and that's really the big contention right now."
- Congresswoman Susie Lee, CD 3, says Colorado River states remain divided over how future water cuts and conservation should be distributed. Lee says Nevada has already significantly reduced its water use and argues upper basin states need to contribute more to conservation efforts. - Friday, September 25, 2026.
"What happened in Boulder City was a bait and switch that should never happen in any community for any project."
- Congressman Steven Horsford, CD 4 says local communities need a voice in major economic development projects, including data centers. He argues projects should include public input and clear plans for energy, land and water, along with measurable community benefits. - Thursday, September 24, 2026.
"There's still plenty of work to be done, but it's not starting from zero."
- Congressman Mark Amodei, CD 2, says his Northern Nevada lands bill has cleared the U.S. House and is now headed to the Senate. Amodei says members of Nevada's Senate delegation have already introduced legislation covering all or portions of the proposal, giving the effort a foundation as lawmakers work toward final passage. - Wednesday, September 23, 2026.
"Government's not going to be able to tackle this on its own."
- Sheila Lambert, Managing Partner, Patriot Housing, says addressing Clark County's affordable housing needs will require public-private partnerships. She says the proposed 348-unit development for veterans and their families includes private investment and is not seeking city or county housing funds. - Tuesday, September 22, 2026.
