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Reports show incumbent Nevada Democrats with large cash lead

New campaign fundraising reports show Republicans are gearing up to try to win back two congressional seats in Nevada, but they've got a long way to go to match the ...

Reports show incumbent Nevada Democrats with large cash lead

New campaign fundraising reports show Republicans are gearing up to try to win back two congressional seats in Nevada, but they've got a long way to go to match the ...

No truce: Trump keeps up feud with California during visit

Trump's primary mission during his two-day visit to the state was to raise millions from wealthy Republicans. But he also made a point of deriding the state's handling ....

State Republicans Need New Leadership (opinion)

Nevada Republicans meet in Winnemucca September 7 to elect our leaders for the 2020 campaign. We need to turn Nevada red for two reasons: 1) to help re-elect Donald Trump president; and 2) to win enough legislative seats to assure the 2021 redistricting will be a fair process, not another Democrat gerrymandering riot.

Events around Carson City for Thursday, August 22

Coming up on Thursday, August 22, 2019, we can expect continued sunny skies with a daytime near 90. Among upcoming events: Thursday is the final day of the Jukebox International Film Festival at the Carson City Community Center. Take in a film screening and talk to the filmmakers who made them. There's a Polka Dot Powerhouse Carson City lunch connect at Red's Old 395 Grill, plus Food Truck Thursday at Mills Park and a volunteer expo hosted by Leadership Douglas County. There's also a discussion about aviation history and trends at the Nevada State Museum, a Carson City GOP information meeting on Block Chain technology, Jazz and Beyond music festival events and more. Enjoy the day.

Mick Mulvaney to speak at 5th Annual Basque Fry CPAC West Event

Gardnerville, Nevada– Morning in Nevada PAC announced today that The Honorable Mick Mulvaney will be a featured speaker at the 5th Annual Basque Fry on Sept. 14, 2019.

Carson City Republicans to host speakers on Blockchain technology

Event Date: 
August 22, 2019 - 6:30pm

The Carson City Republican Central Committee is proud to host speakers on Blockchain technology. The topic is "What is this new technology and why should you care?" Just as the Internet has changed how we intersect with others in our work and personal communities, Blockchain will affect many aspects of our lives such as:

Speaker lineup, date announced for fifth Basque Fry political event in Carson Valley

Event Date: 
September 14, 2019 - 10:00am

The Morning in Nevada PAC announced Monday that its speaker lineup for the 5th Annual Basque Fry in Gardnerville on Sept. 14, 2019 will include Mercedes Schlapp and Matt Schlapp.

Keep America Great: The Summer of Our Politics

Swathed in an elegant suit of red, white and blue and enveloped by a huge crowd of the same beautiful hues, President Donald J. Trump announced his re-election campaign Tuesday night.

After reviewing the failures and treachery of his opposition and the Fake News, he counted at length the accomplishments of the American people and his administration. He ushered in the summer of our politics, economy and culture and outlined the challenges we face and how we will Keep America Great.

Events around Carson City for Tuesday, June 18

Heading into Tuesday, June 18, 2019 we're looking at continued warming around the region with a daytime high around 91. Temperatures are expected to actually lower toward the end of the week. Events around town Tuesday include a Muscle Powered walk, hike and bike ride, yoga, exercises for the mind and body hosted by the Carson City Emblem Club, political gatherings, art activities and more.

Carson City Republicans to meet for Trump announcement

Event Date: 
June 18, 2019 - 4:30pm

Carson City Republicans will meet at Glen Eagles Restaurant, 3700 N. Carson St., for President Trump when he announces his candidacy for re-election in 2020.

Assembly Republican Caucus names Robin Titus GOP floor leader, Jim Wheeler steps down

CARSON CITY – The Nevada Assembly Republican Caucus released the following statement Tuesday:
“Effective immediately, Assemblyman Jim Wheeler has resigned as Minority Floor Leader due to personal reasons. He nominated Dr. Robin Titus (R-AD 38) to be the new leader and she was unanimously elected by the full Caucus.”

Titus takes over leadership of Assembly GOP caucus

Assembly Republicans have shuffled their leadership less than day after the end of the legislative session. Assemblywoman Robin Titus, R-Wellington, has replaced ...

Events around Carson City for Thursday, May 23

Heading into Thursday, May 23, 2019 we ask: Can you feel it? Yes, the Memorial Day holiday is nearly here and we may even get a weather break or four in between expected showers through the weekend, forecasters say. Activities and events to round out this third Thursday of the month include a meet and greet of Carson City Library candidates at Adams Hub for Innovation, a day hike, a bicycle cruise on the west side of the capital city, a Lunch and Learn Workshop for local nonprofit organizations, a chamber luncheon focusing on mental health, a GOP meeting, art showings, live music and more. Here's what's happening:

Carson City Republican Central Committee General Meeting

Washoe County Republican Party
Event Date: 
May 23, 2019 - 6:30pm

You are invited by Carson City Republican Central Committee to hear from Michael Kadenacy, Chairman of Washoe County Republicans, to share their County vision for the upcoming years as we get ready for the 2020 election.

Our meeting will be held on May 23rd. Meeting in Angelina's Restaurant at the Carson Nugget Casino, 507 N Carson Street. Social hour and networking at 6:30pm, meeting starts at 7pm. Bring your questions to identify common interests and ways to collaborate with Washoe County.

News Media Bias and Failure, National and Local (Opinion)

Holman W. Jenkins, a great columnist, recently speculated something I had also imagined: Some organ of the lamestream media will soon decide it has made a cosmic mistake in following the anti-Trump story line, perhaps issue a mea culpa for its biased and corrupt coverage to date, and at least get on the truthful side of the story.

Carson City Republicans to host April general membership meeting at Carson Nugget

The Carson City Republican Committee is holding the April General membership meeting on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at the Carson Nugget at 6:30 p.m. This is our annual elections meeting and we encourage any and all local residents to get involved with our politics to participate and make your voice heard.

Trump Cleared of Collusion While Doing A Great Job

While celebrating that President Trump and his people have been completely cleared of the Russia collusion lie, it’s important to note the fine and ever better job he’s done as President despite all the harassment.

Democrats and their deep state allies and politically correct left-wing press mouthpieces have insisted for over two years that the President and his team colluded with Russians to steal the 2016 election and then engaged in obstruction of justice to cover it up.

Rural Nevada Democrats cope with ugly tenor of gun control debate

Kimi Cole is chair the Douglas County Democratic Central Committee and chair of the Rural Nevada Democratic Caucus and said misinformation is fueling a hysteria among Republicans in Douglas County.

Socialism, Progressivism, Etc: What’s the Difference? (opinion)

Recently, I enjoyed a very thoughtful talk by the eminent scholar and public servant, Jerry O’Driscoll. He spoke to Reno’s Hayek Club, a group that promotes limited government and individual freedom and has endowed area high schools with a fine curriculum and materials on managing personal finances.

His talk and the discussion following it addressed, among other things, similarities and differences among socialism, communism, Nazism, fascism and progressivism.

Washoe County Republican Leadership Doing a Fine Job (Opinion)

A month after the November 2018 election, I wrote an analysis of the results of recent statewide elections. From total statewide voter turnout data, I came to one clear conclusion: 2014 was the outlier year and the most recent results were quite in line with the long-term trends in Nevada.

Trump Rises to the Occasion

Rising above the persistent political turmoil and smallness of Democrats and the mainstream media, President Donald Trump Tuesday delivered a memorable State of the Union speech.

Forget the incessant whining and complaining of CNN, et al. that followed. Let’s focus on what he said.

Carson City GOP Lincoln Day Dinner and Fundraiser

Event Date: 
February 16, 2019 - 5:00pm

The 2019 Carson City Republican Party Lincoln Day Dinner and Fundraiser will be held on Saturday, February 16, 2019 at the Grand Ballroom of Casino Fandango, Carson City.

Social Hour with appetizers and no-host bar at 5 p.m. Three-course seated dinner from 6:30 p.m.

Guest Speaker: Character Actress Kim Harris of "Western History ALIVE!" will portray infamous Virginia City prostitute Julia Bulette and delve into her character's exciting and scandalous life.

Opinion: Judicial Appointments — The Long Game

While the media and House Democrats will focus their attention on investigating President Donald Trump in 2019, Senate Republicans will concentrate on the long game of reshaping the federal judiciary by confirming as many of President Trump’s judicial nominees as they can in 2019-2020.

Our Analysis of Nevada’s 2018 General Election (Opinion)

We’ve seen analyses of what happened in Nevada’s 2018 general election and heard various claims and characterizations. Under our leadership, the controller’s office has been known as nerd central because we rely on numbers, facts and quantitative analysis, instead of glittering generalities and snappy narratives. So, let’s do that for the election results.

Events and happenings around Carson City for Tuesday, Nov. 6

Good day Carson City, it is Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018. It is also Election Day. Polls in Nevada open at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. Meanwhile, enjoy another day of sunny skies with a hike, brisk walk or bike ride around town. There's both a morning and evening hike offered through Muscle Powered or you can simply walk through downtown Carson City and alongside the capitol building. Also featured today are activities that promote diabetes awareness through Carson Tahoe Health, numerous art showings, local political party election night events and a classic film being shown at the Brewery Arts Center.

Carson City's 2018 Mid-term Elections Guide

Tuesday is Election Day. So far, it appears over 13,000 Carson residents cast their ballots during early elections, with Republicans seeming to be in the majority of early voters. Click here for full numbers.

Pence rallies Republicans in Carson City and Vegas, says 'blue wave' will hit 'red wall' in Nevada

Vice President Mike Pence predicted a vaunted “blue wave” of Democratic voters will hit a “red wall” in Nevada at rallies aimed at boosting Sen. Dean Heller, gubernatorial candidate Attorney General Adam Laxalt and Republican congressional candidate Cresent Hardy.

Carson City GOP offers Rides to Voting Places

Event Date: 
November 6, 2018 - 9:00am

The Carson City Republican Party is happy to offer free rides to anyone who would like to vote in person at Carson City’s Community Center and Courthouse on election day, November 6. We Republicans feel your vote is crucial in this upcoming November election and will do what we can to accommodate you. Please call the Carson City Republicans at 775-841-1800 to make arrangements for rides.

Know Your Ballot Carson City: Question 2, Feminine Hygiene Tax Exemption

In the upcoming midterm election Nevada voters will be faced a question of tax exemption. If adopted, Question 2 would create a state and local sales tax exemption for feminine hygiene products.

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