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Local Races
Clerk-Treasurer — Republican
Stephanie J. Brooks Lynn Hettrick Ted Thran dog licenses, been
Position sought: Douglas County involved in the billing and
Position sought: Douglas Position sought: Douglas County Clerk- collection of property
Clerk-Treasurer County Clerk-Treasurer Treasurer
Place of residence: Gardnerville taxes and I have a good
Place of residence: Place of residence: Minden working relationship with
Occupation: Accountant Tech for Gardnerville Occupation: Current Douglas County Clerk-
Nevada State Office of Energy the clerks in the courts.
Occupation: Gov. Gibbons’ Treasurer, Certified Public Accountant Upon being appointed
Age: 43 deputy chief of staff Age: 47
Contact information: clerk-treasurer on Thran
Age: 66 Contact information: 783-9373 August 31, 2008, My first duty was to run
[email protected] Brooks Contact information: [email protected]
Education: Associates degree in Hettrick 2008 General Election. One of the largest
[email protected] tedthran.com elections Douglas County has ever seen and
accounting from Western Nevada College Education: After graduating from Salinas Incumbency: Appointed clerk-treasurer
Graduating from UNR this year with a bachelor’s it was a successful one. Also, in order to
High School, I attended Claremont Men’s Aug. 31, 2008 save the taxpayer’s money, I decided to still
degree in accounting College. I left there to work in the family Education: Douglas High School 1981 -
Honors: Honorary Member of the Carson City 20-30 perform my old position of accountant and
business when the economy faltered. After Valedictorian – 4.0 GPA assist wherever I can when staff are absent.
Club moving to Nevada, I took courses at Western University of Nevada,Reno with a Bachelors
Nevada Energy Economy Strike Force Team Member Additionally, since Tahoe General Services
Nevada College. I have taught and taken of Science in Business Administration – provides DMV services, the staff and I were
Platform: Through my experience as a business numerous leadership courses. Accounting Major Graduated in 1986
owner, I have gained sensitivity to people’s needs and able to bring the same services to the sen-
Record of Service: 14 years in the Nevada Record of Service: I joined the clerk-trea- ior center when the state took DMV away
understand how to effectively serve them in the best Assembly surer’s office in May of 1999 after having
and worst of times. from the area. During this past winter, I suc-
Honors: Outstanding Freshman Legislator worked successfully for a local CPA firm cessfully combined the clerk’s office and
I am an advocate of giving back to my community. I 1993 named Freeman and Williams CPAs for 13
believe in responsible management and in ‘touting’ treasurer’s office back to the Old
National Toll Fellow 1996 years. During my time at Freeman and Courthouse with the hope of both offices
who we are and what we have to offer as a county to National Republican Legislator of the Year Williams, I supervised and performed audits
those around us and those passing through. assisting one another in their duties in the
2001 for local government Indian Tribes as well future. We were also able to close the elec-
I believe that I will maintain the high standard that Nevada System of Higher Education privately owned companies. I’ve also pre-
the citizens of Douglas County expect and demand. I tion center out at the airport and bring it to
Distinguished Nevadan 2008 pared budgets for the governmental entities the Old Courthouse. I will continue to strive
know that I will use my past experience, my present Platform: I became interested in the office and did rate studies and forecasts for
commitment and my future vision to help chart the to provide the best customer service we can
of clerk-treasurer when I learned that several refuse companies both locally and in the provide and save tax payer dollars at the
course of the treasurer's office. respected residents of Douglas County were Bay area.
I know that if I am Treasurer, we will provide excel- same time.
actively searching for someone to file and run Working for the clerk-treasurer’s office Honors: Family Support Council 1993-
lent service while treating taxpayers fairly and courte- for the office. After making numerous phone prior to my appointment as clerk-treasurer, I
ously. I will responsibly manage the integrity of the 2001
calls, it is clear that the incumbent has worked as the accountant in the office Carson Valley Kiwanis 2003 to present
county's finances and the excellence of Douglas focused on the day to day operations. There preparing monthly bank reconciliations,
County's fiscal reputation. I support greater communi- Carson Valley Hurricanes Travel softball
are opportunities to enhance office function preparing monthly bond and state pay- team coach 2005 to present
ty involvement of local experts and understand the through new technologies that are available ments, apportioning interest earnings to
added value that their knowledge and expertise can Head coach Douglas High School JV softball
to the county for little or no cost. By being respective funds, reviewing and assisting in team 2007- to present
bring in working towards a prosperous future for you more active in the Legislature, we can gener- writing internal control policies, cash han-
and me in Douglas County. I fully understand the direct Platform: As your clerk-treasurer I will
ate additional revenue for the county. By dling policies and investment policies. I continue to exercise sensitive, professional
correlation between a prosperous county and the working with the other clerks and treasurers, assisted in the implementation of the county
quality of life that is available to those who live here. and moral judgments, in the public interest,
we can improve elections and our investment wide cash receipting system. I was one of at the highest level of integrity, by being
As county treasurer, I will work to build a county that is results. I believe I have the leadership and the main team members to implement touch
thriving economically without negatively impacting the objective and independent, using due care
administrative skills to improve the operation screen voting in Douglas County. and having honorable behavior even if it
peacefulness of our community. I am committed to the of the clerk-treasurer’s office. Additionally, I worked closely with Barbara
community; dedicated to progress. hurts me. I will continue to be creative and
Griffin in the development of audit guidelines innovative in providing the best customer
for electronic voting. I worked closely with service to the public and at the same time
Barbara Griffin during all the elections. I saving the public tax dollars.
worked the DMV desk at Tahoe General
Services, prepared marriage licenses, FFNs,

Minden Town Board — Non-partisan

Roxanne Stangle Charles Condron Robert Hellwinkel
Position sought: Minden Town Board Position sought: Minden Town Board Position sought: Minden Town Board
Occupation: Businesswoman Occupation: Retired principal Occupation: Property
Age: 57 Age: 57 Management/Development
Record of Service: I enjoy helping put on Education: Bachelors and masters degrees from Age: 46
events which bring people to Minden to enjoy the University of Nevada, Reno Contact information: (775) 720-2372
all that we have to offer. With the help from Record of Service: Douglas High School principal [email protected]
friends, we started the Esmeralda Farmers Platform: As a 52 year resident of Carson Valley, Education: Douglas High School, 1982
Market, which is entering its fourth year on Stangle with the last 22 years spent in the Town of Minden, Condron California Polytechnic State Univ. Hellwinkel
June 1. I have worked on the Spring Arts and Craft Fair, which I am keenly aware of the fantastic quality of life we enjoy in this beauti- San Luis Obispo, Calif.
is celebrating 24 years this year and the Fall Street Celebration ful geographical setting. The Town of Minden produces this fine quality Bachelor of Science – business 1988
which will observe its 26th year in September. Also I have of living as a direct result of the town’s outstanding leadership over the Platform: If elected to a position on the town board, I can
helped put on the Christmas Market held the first weekend in past several decades. My decision to run for a position on the board is provide experience coming from the private sector as a for-
December, and have been helping for 19 years. motivated by my desire to maintain the leadership necessary to contin- mer business owner/operator.
Honors: I am a third-generation Carson Valley native. I have ue and expand on this level of quality, not only for my family, but the As an owner in a family business (C.O.D. Garage Co.), my
lived in the Town of Minden for 34 years and owned my home many wonderful members of this community. responsibilities covered a broad spectrum, as well as building
for 32 years. I’ve worked in Minden since I was 15 years old, My longevity within this community, in concert with my training and rapport with customers, local residents and businesses. This
starting at the Town and Country store in old town Minden, experience as a retired school administrator, uniquely qualifies me for position allows me the opportunity to give back to the town I
which moved over to 1600 Esmeralda Ave. in 1972. The Town the tasks of a Minden Town Board member. After earning both bache- grew up in and serve the residents to the best of my ability. I
and Country then became Tumblewind a short time later. I pur- lors and masters degrees from the University of Nevada, Reno, 28 would appreciate your vote and invite any questions you may
chased the business from Tom and Norma Andrews in 1987. rewarding years were dedicated to a career teaching students and have regarding the position sought, thank you.
The business changed from clothing to antiques and col- administering four different schools here in Carson Valley. These experi-
lectibles 15 years ago. ences will help me in working with the Town of Minden’s growing budg-
Platform: I have two children, Jeanine, who lives in Las Vegas et, in managing the important people who work for our town, and in
and Mat, who lives in Reno, and I have one grandchild, Jordan, problem solving the many upcoming challenges Minden will face in the
who is the love of my life. future. CONTACT US
I love Minden and the people here and hope to continue to I am fortunate to be a candidate in a pool of seven very qualified Editor, Kurt Hildebrand, ext.215
help in any way that I can. I am running for the town board people. I have confidence that the voters in Minden will choose the [email protected]
because I feel that I am involved in our community and have best three candidates for the future Minden Town Board. I look forward Phone, 782-5121
more to contribute and look forward to the opportunity to to serving the people of our community. Fax, 782-6152 or 782-6132
serve the town and its people. Voice mail, 782-8278
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Minden Town Board — Non-partisan List of races

Matt Bernard Jon S. Erb U.S. Senate Gregory Nance Dagani
Democrat Barry Herr
Position sought: Minden Town Board Position sought: Minden Town Board Eduardo "Mr. Clean"
Occupation: Professional land surveyor Occupation: Civil engineer Hamilton Attorney General
Age: 49 Age: 44 Alex Miller Republicans
Contact information: (775) 782-8483; Contact information: [email protected] Carlo Poliak Travis Barrick
[email protected] Education: Douglas High School 1984 Harry Reid Jacob Hafter
Record of Service: Douglas County Bernard Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering, UNR 1990
Wildlife Advisory Board (15 years, six years Erb Republican Capital Senate District
Record of Service: 10 years as engineer project Sharron Angle Republicans
as chairman), Assistant Varsity Basketball Coach, Douglas manager for Parsons Corporation managing engineering project Gary Bernstein James Arnold Settelmeyer
High School (five years), Coach for Various Youth Team design, budget, and construction John Chachas Steve Yeater
Sports 20 years total of engineering experience in traffic design and project Chad Christensen
Honors: Professional Land Surveyor (1993), management, which includes various positions to perform and review Sue Lowden Assembly District 39
Water Rights Surveyor (2009), traffic studies, corridor studies, development review consultant for Garn Mabey Republicans
Varsity Basketball State Champions, Douglas High School Douglas County, other Nevada counties and the Nevada Department Gary Marinch Kelly Kite
(1979) of Transportation Brian Nadell Janet Murphy
Platform: A lifelong resident of Douglas County, it has Team leader for state and county road safety audits for various locali- Bill Parson Barbara Smallwood
always been my desire to give back to the community that ties in Northern Nevada Wil Stand Jim Wheeler
raised me. An avid sportsman with a love for wildlife, I am Honors: Certified Project Manager Parsons Corporation since 2006 Cecilia Stern
grateful to those before me who preserved natural popula- Registered Nevada Licensed Professional Engineer Terry Suominen Douglas County
tions. As a result, it was my honor to serve with the local Platform: As a Douglas County resident for 42 years, I would like to Danny Tarkanian Clerk-Treasurer
body that preserves these populations for future generations. use my experience as a professional engineer to be a part of main- Republicans
With seats opening on the Minden Town Board, I have an taining the high standard of community and continuity. I appreciate U.S. Representative Stephanie Brooks
opportunity, if elected, to further give back and help shape how Minden has been able to maintain a small town atmosphere with Democrat Lynn Hettrick
the future of my community. a modern edge all the while keeping the residents and businesses as Denis "Sam" Dehne Ted Thran
I believe my professional experience has provided me with top priority. The town has been able to make improvements that stay Nancy Price
knowledge and tools to distinguish me for a position on the Ken McKenna Minden Town Board
within economical sustainability, and that is an accomplishment that I
Minden Town Board. Working for Minden-based engineering Matt Bernard
want to continue as a future board member. I feel the new board’s Republican Charlie Condron
and land surveying firms over 30 years, my responsibilities responsibility is continuing to make common sense decisions that rep- Patrick J. Colletti Jon S. Erb
have included water rights, infrastructure design, floodplain resent the residents and the interests of businesses. I see a need to Dean Heller Robert Hellwinkel
regulations, land planning, and project management. Having promote business growth to fill vacant buildings and complete unfin- Robert Pohlman
spent each day since the age of two as a resident or employ- ished projects that have been squelched by the recent economic Governor William R. Souligny
ee in Minden, I benefit from a background and special per- plight, and even make these an immediate priority. The Town of Democrats Roxanne Stangle
spective on the journey Minden has taken, which helps me to Minden is a unique community, one that deserves a strong commit- Frederick L. Conquest
see where Minden might yet go. It has been my great for- ment, and that is why I want to be your town board member. Rory Reid Alpine County
tune to grow up here. This town’s future is my future, so I Superior Court Judge
truly care about decisions that affect the Town of Minden. My Republicans Robert Henderson
intent is to carry on the fine legacy set by previous board Robert Pohlman Jim Gibbons Thomas D. Kolpacoff
members and to pursue the goals and objectives they have Stan Lusak William A. Richmond
set forth. Position sought: Minden Town Board Michael L. Montandon
Occupation: Retired Systems Engineer and Brian Sandoval Supervisor District 1
Financial Planner Tony Atwood John Jackson
William R. Souligny Age: 73 Donald M. Jardine
Contact information: (775) 782-8982 Lt. Governor
Position sought: Minden Town Board (775) 781-3291 Democrats Mono County
Occupation: Retired, Budget Analyst II [email protected] Robert E. "Bob" Goodman Board of Supervisors District
Age: 65 Education: Baldwin-Wallace College, BS in Pohlman Jessica Sferrazza 4
Contact information: 782-3832 Tim Fesko
Physics and Mathematics Republicans Tim Hansen
[email protected] Adelphi University, Certified Financial Planner
Education: WNCC; Associate Applied Brian K. Krolicki Renn Nolan
Record of Service: Winhaven Garden Homeowners Association, Paul Murad Bob Tems
Science Criminal Justice Past President 2006-2009
ATE Santa Monica; Airline Transport Pilot, Souligny Robert S. Randazzo
Western Nevada College Douglas Campus, Initial Fundraising and Barbara Lee Woollen Mono County Sheriff
Flight Instructor Advisory Board Member 1995-2000 Douglas Northington
Dale Carnegie Leadership Scholarship Nevada Silver Haired Legislative Forum, Douglas County State Controller Rick Scholl
Record of Service: Board Member Winhaven HOA Representative 1999 Republicans
U.S. Air Force; Enlisted E-4, 17 months Vietnam, Air Force Shriners’ Hospitals for Children, Northern Nevada, Children
Commendation Medal for performance of duty under fire, Screening Clinics and Telemedicine Chairman 2000 to present
Vietnam service medal, Presidential Unit Citation, Foreign Carson Valley United Methodist Church, Building Construction
Service Medal, Sharpshooter Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Planning and Development Coordinator 1995-1997
honorably discharged. Carson City First United Methodist Church, Endowment and Finance
Honors: Governor's Award for Team Building Committee Member
Commendation from Chief NHP for implementing the State Douglas County Food Bank, Board of Directors 1998
Uniform Crime Reporting program Carson River Coalition, Member
Dale Carnegie Leadership Scholarship Eastern Nevada Landscape Coalition, Member
Platform: I am running for office as a Minden Town Board Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Tahoe Basin Chapter, Co-chairman
member because I believe in protecting the significant Platform: As a Minden resident for the past 16 years, I have
investments we have in our town including street mainte- served on both county and community boards to address issues.
nance and snow removal, flood mitigation, our excellent From raising funds to build the Western Nevada College Douglas
water and trash services, and fully utilizing the CVIC Hall and campus, serving on the WNC advisory board, serving on the Nevada
two parks. Under the loyal, efficient, and competent stew- legislative forum, building a church, and administering a homeowner
ardship of Mssers. David Sheets, Bob Hadfield, and Ross association, my technical skills and financial planning analysis abili-
Chichester, Minden met these goals and yet has has accom- ties have helped build a stronger community.
modated growth while remaining accessible, friendly, and During those 16 years, I have maintained an active interest in the
vibrant. If I am elected, town residents can be assured of Town of Minden and its development, economically and socially.
continuity of policy, my dedication to task, and, open, trans- My goals as a Town of Minden board member are:
parent dialog. I believe in protecting our assets and living To preserve our town heritage and commitment to residents and
within our budget. businesses to retain its quality as a place to live, congregate, and
I support the goals of the Minden Town Plan for Prosperity enjoy commercial, cultural, social, and historical activities,
which insists on the preservation of our quality of life, his- To protect and preserve the town’s water rights and retain the quali-
torical heritage, economic viability and the capitalization of ty of our water while fostering the beneficial use of the water and
the scenic beauty of our natural surroundings. ensure wise use of our wetlands and nature resources for our chil-
I believe my 42 years in residence along with my volun- dren and grandchildren to enjoy,
teerism with the Douglas County Engine Company, Carson To encourage innovation in storm water management and quality
Valley 20-30, Nevada Wing Civil Air Patrol, and volunteer tax and to act in the best interest of the Town of Minden in each issue
assistant, coupled with my extensive state budget experience before the board and to seek input from our citizens.
have prepared me to serve the town and my neighbors. It I have the ability to work with diverse groups and persons with
would be a privilege to be elected. diverse opinions to achieve consensus toward achieving established
goals and objectives. I look forward to using my talents and skills to
serve on the Town of Minden board.
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ALPINE COUNTY

Supervisor District 1
Donald M. Jardine since 1986) we step into the future.
John Jackson Alpine County EMT 1 (1983 Over the years, as your county supervisor, I
Position sought: Alpine County Supervisor, - 1986) have taken a balanced approach toward coun-
Position sought: Supervisor Dist. 1
District 1 Veterans of Foreign Wars ty services, supporting public safety, core
Alpine County
Place of residence: Markleeville (Life Member) county services, and important cultural serv-
Place of residence: Markleeville
Occupation: Equipment Operator/County American Avalanche ices such as library, museum, parks, etc. We
Occupation: Truck Driver
Supervisor Association (Professional live in financially challenging times, but we will
Age: 56
Jackson Age: 59 Jardine Member) face these challenges as we have in the past,
Contact information: truckim-
Contact information: (530)694-2209 Alpine County/South Lake Tahoe PUD Contract with a balanced and responsible approach. We
[email protected]
[email protected] Commission (Chair) all know we live within the wild-land interface
Education: Douglas High School, Western Nevada
Incumbency: Elected in 1986. Re-elected Honors: Carson Water Subconservancy and the continuing need for fuels reduction
College
five times with more than 23 years in office. District and defensible space, and I will continue to
Record of Service: My work experience has varied
Education: American River College, Lahontan Regional Water Quality Control support this work. We are seeing the potential
throughout the years, starting at an early age working at
Sacramento, CA (1975-1977) Board (Appointed by Gov. Schwarzenegger, for land use changes, and I will continue to
the Markleeville General Store, Brown’s Café (Toll Station),
civil engineering major. Various ongoing Confirmed by the California State Senate) seek your input. I have had a monthly District
Markleeville Gas, and Grover Hot Springs State Park. In
courses through the State of California Sierra Nevada Conservancy (East Sierra Sub- 1 community meeting for several years. Input
later years I also worked for Alpine School District and
Record of Service: Enlisted in the U.S. Region's Appointment, Alpine, Mono and Inyo is important and we will continue to have
Alpine County Road Department. For seven years I served
Marine Corps in 1969, Counties) these meetings. As your representative on the
on the Gardnerville Volunteer Fire Department.
Vietnam (1970-1971), honorably discharged Alpine Watershed Group (Liaison) county board, I have and will continue to
Platform: My many years of living and working in Alpine
1972 Alpine Fire Safe Council (Liaison) research and study each issue, weigh each
County have given me a good foundation and under-
Alpine County Search & Rescue (1973-1975) Platform: As your county supervisor, I am alternative, and arrive at a fair decision.
standing of Alpine County needs and services. I have also
Alpine County Reserve Deputy Sheriff (1975 - working to preserve the resources that make I am optimistic about what the future holds for
managed several businesses in Nevada and the last 15
1986) Alpine County unique while supporting us and hope to have your support in the
years have been owner operator of my own business with
Alpine County Volunteer Fireman - Markleeville responsible growth. We, as a community, have upcoming election.
my wife, Kim. I believe I have the skills and problem solv-
(1980 to present) and will continue to face many challenges as
ing ability that this position requires. Thank you for your
Alpine County Historical Society (Life member
consideration of my application.

Superior Court Judge

Robert (Bob) Henderson Thomas D. Kolpacoff William A. Richmond California District Attorneys Association
Instructor, San Jose State College
Position sought: Judge of the Position sought: Alpine
Position sought: Alpine County Instructor, University of California
Superior Court of California, Alpine County Superior Court
Superior Court Judge Extension
County Judge
Place of residence: South Lake Instructor, National College of District
Place of residence: South Lake Tahoe Place of residence:
Tahoe Attorneys
Occupation: Attorney Markleeville
Occupation: Alpine County Public Platform: I enjoy living, working, skiing,
Age: 61 Occupation: Alpine
Defender Kolpacoff hiking, voting, and participating in our
Contact information: (530) 400- County District Attorney
Henderson Age: 62 Alpine County community, where I have
7749 Age: 67 Richmond
Contact information: [email protected] served as your district attorney since
[email protected] Contact information:
Education: Juris Doctorate Degree from Western 2003. I am now a candidate for Alpine
www.electRobertHenderson.com P.O. Box 12, Markleeville, CA 96120
State University in 1971 County Superior Court judge. My experi-
Education: University of California at Santa Barbara, (530) 554-4536
Platform: I am proud to have served as Alpine ence as a prosecutor and as a private liti-
A.B. WillRichmond.info
County's public defender for the past five years, and gation attorney has given me the utmost
University of California Hastings College of the Law, J.D. Incumbency: I have been district attor-
have assisted clients in a wide variety of civil and respect for our courts, and for the impor-
Record of Service: California Army National Guard, ney since February 2003.
criminal matters for over 38 years. My trial experi- tant role they play in our community.
1971-1977. Honorable discharge. Education: Stanford University, Bachelor
ence includes more than 50 jury trials, including mat- Please consider these qualifications, and
Honors: Thurston Society, Order of the Coif, Editor of Arts in Psychology
ters ranging from misdemeanors to felony murder. I give me an opportunity to serve you on
Hastings Law Journal, served as judge pro tem Alpine Hastings College of the Law, JD (Juris
am proud to have served as a judge pro tem in El our Alpine County Superior Court:
County and El Dorado County. Doctor)
Dorado County and an arbitrator and mediator, help- ■ I have spent 30 years protecting the
Platform: I have practiced in the Alpine County and El Record of Service: District Attorney of
ing parties achieve their own practical solutions to law abiding public, as a prosecutor pursu-
Dorado County courts for more than 35 years. Since Alpine County
legal disputes. ing the conviction and punishment of crim-
2001 I have represented Alpine County’s Department District Attorney of Tulare County
I am honored to have the endorsement of the Alpine inals. I have done this as a line deputy, as
of Health and Human Services in all of its juvenile Assistant United States Attorney for the
County Deputy Sheriff's Association in this election, as an elected district attorney, as an assistant
dependency cases. Eastern District of California
well as numerous local attorneys and judges. United States attorney, and as a circuit
I have a strong work ethic, high integrity, and am Deputy District Attorney for Santa Clara
As a judge, I promise first and foremost to follow the prosecutor. I have done this in state and
well known in the Alpine and El Dorado county courts County
law, not to make law from the bench. Throughout my federal courts, rural and urban communi-
for my competence and excellent legal skills. Litigation Attorney for Ropers, Majeski et
career, I have looked for practical solutions to real- ties, and at both trial and appellate levels.
My judicial philosophy is that each case needs to be al, Redwood City, California
world legal problems, and look forward to putting I have tried cases ranging from murder to
carefully evaluated as to what the law is to make sure Deputy District Attorney for Tulare County
those same strong problem-solving skills to work as a drunk driving, and most other crimes.
the law is fairly applied to the facts and to not substi- Associate and Partner with Hurlbutt,
tute the judge’s idea of what’s fair and right It is also
judge. ■ I have spent an additional 10 years in
I believe that every person in the courtroom Clevenger, Long & Richmond, Visalia
important that a judge have experience in a broad vari- Circuit Prosecutor for Sierra Nevada private practice as a civil litigator, prepar-
deserves not only an opportunity to be heard but the ing and presenting civil matters in court
ety of legal matters. Counties
respect of a judge who truly listens. I also value on behalf of private clients.
My experience includes civil litigation, probate, real Honors: President, Mono County Bar
jurors as an essential component of our American ■ As a superior court judge, I would bring
property, business transactions, juvenile law, family law, Association
legal system, and promise to be sensitive to the time to the bench 40 years of courtroom relat-
and criminal. I care passionately about the law and President, San Joaquin Valley District
commitment of those who serve as jurors. ed experience in both public service and
believe that that passion is important in a judicial officer Attorneys Association
If elected, we look forward to making our home in private practice. I will use this experience
to best serve those before the court as well as the Chairman, Ethics Committee, California
Alpine County. to guide an Alpine County Superior Court
interests of the community, including public safety. My District Attorneys Association
I would be honored to serve as your next superior that is fair and even handed, firm and
wife, Margo, and I look forward to moving to Alpine Member, Ethical Considerations Committee,
court judge, and I respectfully request your vote. consistent, and never forgets respect for
County. My training, experience, and competence make American Bar Association
me well suited to serve as the next superior court judge Member, Committee for the Administration the law abiding public I have spent my
in Alpine County. of Justice, California State Bar career protecting.
I am endorsed by Alpine County Superior Court Member, Board of Directors of the
Judge J. Hilary Cook (Ret.), former Alpine County Sheriff
and current supervisor Skip Veatch, former Alpine
County Sheriff Larry Kuhl, Supervisor Don Jardine, Fire
dates who did not respond either to our letter sent to the address
Chief Buck McLelland of Woodfords Volunteer Fire
Department, and many concerned Alpine County resi-
The guide’s methodology they listed with the Secretary of State’s Office or a second attempt
dents. A lot of candidates responded to our mailed requests for infor- by e-mail.
mation, and quite a few didn’t. We’re happy to share what we’ve learned with our readers in
We’re happy to say that we have all the Douglas and Alpine case they would like to try and contact one of these candidates
county candidates in this year’s guide. themselves.
But there was a substantial number of state and federal candi- Kurt Hildebrand, Editor
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Mono County
Tim Hansen
Supervisor Bob Tems
Position sought: Mono County Supervisor Position sought: Mono County Supervisor
District 4 District 4
Tim Fesko Place of residence: Coleville Place of residence: Mono Lake
Position sought: Mono County Supervisor District Occupation: Retired Lockheed Martin, Occupation: Owns High Sierra Brine Shrimp
4 Aerospace Contact information:
Place of residence: Coleville Age: 60 Tems [email protected]
Occupation: Small Business Owner (Motel & RV Contact information: (530) 495-2729, Record of Service: U.S. Army served one tour
[email protected] of duty in Vietnam Hansen
Resort, General Contractor)
Age: 50 Education: Bachelor of Science in Business and Management Honors: He recently served two terms on the Mono County Grand
Fesko Jury, and is vice-chair of the Mono Basin RPAC.
Contact information: (530)495-2255 from University of Redlands.
[email protected] Certificate in Management Development from the University of Platform: “What motivates me to run for District 4 Supervisor now
www.fesko4supervisor.com Southern California. is my growing concern that we are at risk of losing the qualities and
Education: Graduate, Yerba Buena High School San Jose Record of Service: Vietnam veteran, six years US Marine Corps uniqueness that still exist in District 4,” Hansen states. “As supervi-
West Valley College, architecture major, AA degree, Saratoga, Calif. and four years Naval reserves. sor I would work to maintain and preserve the attributes of District
Platform: I believe in fiscal responsibility, constitutionally limited Platform: During my 38 years with Lockheed Martin in 4 that make it a unique part of our county.”
government, private property rights and free markets. I hold that Palmdale/Lancaster (Southern Antelope Valley), I held increasing- Hansen is concerned that multiple use recreation, agriculture, and
we have “unalienable rights” by our Creator. Chiefly among these ly responsible positions starting from supervisor and advancing responsible resource development are all under attack. “Citizens of
are the rights to “life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.” to manager, division manager and program manager. District 4 need to act now to protect what we love and value in our
I have been a small business owner for over 28 years. I have been In these positions I effectively interfaced with government officials district, as well as the things that support our economy, or we may
directly involved in the local business community and tourism for both elected and military, I also gained the respect of how and discover it’s too late.” Hansen has a number of specific concerns.
the past 13 years in Mono County. I am an active member of the what makes the wheels of the government turn. “Fishing and agriculture are the two backbones of the District 4
Antelope Valley Regional Planning Advisory Committee (RPAC) for Government of the people, by the people, for the people. My goal, economy. We can’t afford to see reductions in either sector.”
~10 years, one of those being chairman. I am very active in the then, plainly stated, is that the people should govern, and the Hansen contends that agriculture and tourism can enhance each
Northern Mono Chamber of Commerce for the past 10 years. I am representative should lesson and serve with honesty and integri- other and help our economy. “Some of the most beautiful views in
one of the founders of the Eastern Sierra ATV Jamboree, a yearly ty, as well as respect for individual rights, and human freedom. Mono County include irrigated meadows that are up against the
event that helps bring much needed tourism to Antelope Valley and I’ve had the pleasure to work with many of the local, city and base of some of the world’s most beautiful mountains.” Hansen
Mono County. county government officials. I served on several committees deal- believes that multiple use recreation, agriculture, and responsible
As your supervisor, I will work for you. I am here to serve you and ing with community issues ranging from schools and education, resource development should all be preserved in District 4. “If
am directly responsible to you. I do not take this position lightly. I labor and employment, expansion of the community, facility done responsibly, these activities can enhance each other, not
believe that government is here to serve the people. While Mono expansion, property development, environmental concerns, waste detract from one another. I don’t believe anyone has an exclusive
County has many good, hardworking employees, there are prob- management and transportation. I have learned how complex right to use or abuse our natural environment. Responsible devel-
lems with government, and they need to be addresses. With the decision making can be when you have constituents on both opment and reasonable, fair regulation is the key to maintaining the
current fiscal problems we are facing there will be hard choices to sides of any given issue. Keeping everyone satisfied with any economic diversity we enjoy in District 4.” He is particularly con-
make, but as a people, we can come through this and for the bet- given result is practically impossible and that can be difficult for cerned about reductions in fish stocking programs that threaten
ter. people to come to terms with. I plan to bring to the Board of local recreational fishing. He believes Mono County must anticipate
It is time for a breath of fresh air and I feel that I am that breath. Supervisors Office the respect and appreciation I’ve learned for reductions in stocking and continue to develop contingency plans to
Please visit my Web site or contact me directly for more detailed the concerns and needs of people in small communities. I also maintain the local fisheries. He also is a strong advocate of agricul-
information on my views. appreciate the need for, and will bring to this position, a strong ture. “Our agricultural past and present should be encouraged,
open leadership and honest representation. not stifled,” he states. “Families who produce food and feed prod-
ucts are one of this most important segments of this county.”
Renn Nolan Occupation: Retired
Contact information: [email protected]
Position sought: Mono County Supervisor

Retain
Record of Service: Former Mono County Clerk-
District 4
Treasurer 1976 to 2006
Place of residence: Bridgeport

Sheriff
Rick Scholl want the communities and sher-
iff's office to work together to
Position sought: Mono County Sheriff identify problems, collabrate on
Place of residence: Crowley Lake

Ted
solutions and work together to
Occupation: Sheriff enhance the quality of life for all
Contact information: citizens and visitors to Mono
www.facebook.com/pages/Re-Elect-Rick-Scholl- County.
Mono-County-Sheriff-Official-Fan-Page If you have any questions, the
Scholl
Incumbency: Seeking re-election sheriff's office web site is
Platform: Community oriented policing, that is www.monosheriff.org, or call my office.
the core value of my direction as your sheriff. I

Thran
Douglas Northington Platform: My platform is about bringing quality
leadership back to the position of Mono County
Position sought: Mono County Sheriff Sheriff. I will ensure that the Mono County Sheriff’s
Place of residence: Bridgeport Department becomes proactive in its law enforce-
for the past 22 years ment role instead of reactive as it is currently. I
Occupation: Highway patrolman will be instituting an effective call out system to
for 28 years ensure faster response times to calls for service
Age: 49 and crimes in progress. I will be an advocate for
Contact information: www.doug- community oriented policing including bringing a
forsheriff2010.com
[email protected] Northington
Education: I attended the California Highway
Patrol Academy in Sacramento, Calif., graduating in
August 1982.
quality DARE program back into our local schools.
In addition I will be restructuring the current patrol
patterns and beat responsibilities to reduce crime
and provide increased service to the communities
CPA
we serve. I will be establishing a new staff evalua-
Record of Service: I was assigned to the East tion process, which will lead to increased produc-
Los Angeles Office and voluntarily transferred to tivity, service, morale and professionalism. During
the El Cajon Office in 1984 where I worked for four these difficult economic times it is smarter than
years prior to transferring to the Bridgeport Office ever to share training between agencies to ensure
in 1988. Over my 28 years in the California the public that all personnel receive the most up
Highway Patrol I have completed over 4,000 hours to date training possible, all at the lowest possible
of law enforcement training, allowing me to serve
as acting area commander and officer in charge
on numerous occasions. In my past 28 years I
have received numerous commendations for going
above and beyond the call of duty and for life sav-
cost to the taxpayers. Fiscally managing the sher-
iffs department will be a top priority as county rev-
enues decrease. I will seek out alternative funding
sources to replace lost revenue to continue the
departments mission to protect and serve with the
Clerk-Treasurer
ing efforts from various division chiefs and area
commanders.
highest levels of service possible. Thank you and
discover the difference June 8, 2010. www.tedthran.com
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State Races

Assembly District No. 39 — Republican

Kelly Kite Janet Murphy Barbara Smallwood
Position sought: Assembly District Position sought: Assembly District No. 39 Position sought: Assembly District 39
No. 39 Place of residence: Roundhill/Jacks Valley Place of residence: Gardnerville
Place of residence: Minden Occupation: Administrator 19 years of Tahoe- Occupation: Nevada Licensed Real Estate Agent
Occupation: retired from Pro Group Douglas Utility District Age: 63
Management Age: 48 Contact information: 782-7915
Age: 62 Kite Contact information: [email protected]
Contact information: [email protected] www.barbarasmallwood.com
facebook.com/murphyfor assembly Murphy Education: Attended Pierce, Jr. College, Woodland Smallwood
267-2626
450-6962 Education: Hills, CA. and Valley College, Van Nuys, CA. Western Nevada Community
Record of Service: Twelve years of experience serv- Record of Service: 12 years at Nevada State Legislature and 19 College, Carson City and Douglas, NV. She attended Public Officials
ing the people of Douglas County as their elected years at Tahoe-Douglas Classes on Surface Water Issues, Nevada Drinking Water Regulations,
county commissioner with two plus years as chairman. Platform: Make Nevada fiscally responsible and diversify the econ- Ground Water Treatment Options, and Emergency Management
This background has given me a great deal of insight omy to create jobs. It’s a 2-year term, I can walk in and do the job. Preparation conducted by University of Nevada, Reno, NV. and other
into issues affecting citizens from Topaz Lake to the I have the experience and the knowledge. And a vested interest state associations. Barbara graduated from William S. Hart High School,
Tahoe Basin. since I manage a governmental entity, still today. She is a 22-year Newhall, Calif.
Twelve years of service on the five-county Carson Douglas County resident. Honors: Proclamations from the Nevada Association of Counties and
Water Sub-Conservancy District defining and solving Douglas County.
the critical water issues facing District 39 and Nevada Jim Wheeler Record of Service: Elected to the Douglas County Board of
as a whole. Commissioners and served as vice-chairman. She has also served on
■ Many years of experience working with local, state, Position sought: Assembly District No. 39 many other boards and committees
Place of residence: Johnson Lane Douglas County Commissioner Dist. 3 • Board of Commissioners Vice-
and legislative officials adopting measures to protect
Occupation: Businessman Chairman • Carson Water Subconservancy District Board Member •
the private property rights of our citizens.
Age: 56 Gardnerville Water Company Board of Directors • Upper Carson River
■ Thirty years of experience as a small businessman
Contact information: Management Plan Committee Member • Douglas County Senior Nutrition
dealing with personnel issues, making payroll, and pro-
[email protected] Advisor Board Member • Douglas County Regional Transportation
viding customer service while trying to make ends
www.jimwheeler.us Commission Chairman • Tahoe Transportation District • Douglas County
meet. Wheeler
(775) 546-3471 Parks & Recreation Board • Western Nevada Development District • Law
■ Vietnam Veteran serving from 1966 - 1970
Record of Service: U.S. Air Force. San Bernardino County Sheriff, Library Douglas County • Douglas County Master Plan and Development
Platform: Jobs, jobs, jobs! There are many important Special Deputy Code • Gardnerville Town Board Chairman • Drug Free School Task
issues facing the next legislature, but jobs will be at Platform: I am a fiscally conservative Republican that believes in Force Member
the top of the list and will be the driving force to right smaller government and the personal and business freedoms guar- Platform: Thirty years ago, I chose to live in Nevada. The quality of life,
our economy. Putting people back to work will do more anteed by our constitution. I am not a politician; I spent 14 years as the diversity of the people, and the opportunities for all of our citizens
to solve our deficit problems than anything else. CEO of an automotive parts manufacturing firm and a few years were, as they still are today, without equal. A strong business climate
Keeping government from throwing up additional road- after that running a small horse and cattle operation. In other means no corporate or personal state income taxes. I am a fiscal con-
blocks in the form of business taxes and unreasonable words, I am a businessman and average citizen who believes in a servative; I took the Tax Pledge not to increase taxes. Our favorable tax
regulations will be a tremendous aid. We must allow “citizen government” and is tired of politics as usual at all levels of climate is necessary to keep Nevada competitive to attract new busi-
the business community to flourish again. our government. I know what it takes to create jobs. Higher taxes nesses and retain existing businesses for jobs. As we did in Douglas
How do you plan to get your platform in front of the and debt will only drive jobs away. County during my term on the county board of commissioners, we need
voting public? We are currently facing the largest budget shortfall in out state’s to shrink the size of government. I will champion strong fiscal leadership
Most of all with as much personal contact with the peo- history. We have all heard the “doom and gloom” predictions and we to solve our current budget deficits, so that our children and their
ple possible, mailings, then advertising with local media are all worried what will become of our state. I however am an opti- descendants can, decades from now, still experience the Nevada we
followed by my web site, kellykite.com, and Facebook. mist. I believe that we have an incredible opportunity to get our know and love. With zero based budgets, green/sustainable economic
Why should voters choose you over the other candi- spending under control and to actually reduce the size of our gov- development, educational excellence, protecting our right to keep and
dates? ernment. We have an opportunity to change the way that we do bear arms, fighting for state sovereignty, I will join like-minded conserva-
Most importantly, I care about the future of Nevada! I business. We must also create new revenues for the long run, not tive legislators to change our government to serve the will of the people.
make no empty promises, I stand by my word and my by raising taxes and fees on existing businesses and citizens, but by “A” rated by the National Rifle Association 2010. You have my commit-
record as a county commissioner. My experience will be making the economy of our state grow. Instead of depending on ment to work for you. I want to be your citizen legislator to take your
necessary as state government faces many challenges gaming, tourism and mining, we must use the incredible business ideas, opinions and arguments to the Assembly for you. I want to be
in the next session. atmosphere and natural resources of Nevada to bring in new busi- your voice at the state level. I am open, accessible, available and enthu-
ness, new jobs and diversify our revenue base far into the future. siastic. Together we will be heard.
I hope to earn your vote on June 8. That is why I am a candidate for State Assembly and I would appreciate
your vote.

Capital Senate District — Republican

James Settelmeyer Steve Yeater
Position sought: Nevada Senate-Capital District Committee vice-chairman. Position sought: Nevada Senate-Capital
Place of residence: Minden ■ In the Legislature, serves on the Commerce and Labor, District
Occupation: Rancher Governmental Affairs, and Election Procedures and Constitutional Place of residence: Dayton
Age: 38 Amendments committees. Occupation: Businessman
Contact information: 450-6114 ■ Serves on the Senior and Veterans study committee, and the Age: 48
[email protected] Blue Ribbon Property Tax Committee. Contact information:
www.james4nevada.org Platform: In these economic times the government, like the peo- (775) 291-2551
Education: Douglas High graduate. Settelmeyer ple of this great state, are having to do more with less. This is not www.teamYeater.com Yeater
Received a California State Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo, the time to increase taxes on the people, it is time to find ways to [email protected]
bachelor of science in agricultural science/education. help them. Record of Service: Served in U.S. Air Force
Attended Concord Law School, graduate National Conference of The state needs to evaluate all of its programs and establish if Platform: I am not running for power, prestige, or money. I am
State Legislators Legislative Academy they are meeting their objectives and eliminate or modify ones that running for my kids, your kids, and our neighbor’s kids. The Air
Graduate Council of State Government Western Leadership are not. The government waste that exists cannot be tolerated Force does a very good job of teaching you how to think “out of
Academy and must be discussed whether it is benefiting corporations, the box.” During the special secession I talked to many elected
Record of Service: Two terms on Assembly District 39 unions, or the bureaucracy itself. I and my colleagues already have politicians and I came to realize that most if not all either have
Honors: Carson Valley Conservation District secretary, then chair- bills that seek to address these issues. no political desire to fix this mess or are incapable of coming up
man. The best government is like a good insurance policy. It costs you with the ideas necessary for the fix. However I am not running
■ Appointed to the Nevada State Conservation Commission. money from time to time. It's there for you in bad times and in the against someone as much as for something. I think the state
Elected as the vice chairman the first year, and chairman the sec- good times you don't know it exists. In that vein, I feel government needs real leadership that is willing to address these issues
ond. involvement in private affairs should be minimal at most. regardless of the political ramifications. We need state leaders
■ Received the outstanding young Nevada farmer award in 2003. who are willing to fight the federal government when the latter
■ U. S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency County over steps its constitutional authority. Finally, we need leaders
who will put Nevadans at the head table.
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State Races
Governor — Republican Governor — Democrat
Jim Gibbons Incumbency: Seeking re-election Rory Reid Fred Conquest
Record of Service: Gibbons served three terms
Position sought: Governor Position sought: Governor
Position sought: Governor in the Nevada State Legislature and was named
Place of residence: Place of residence: Las Vegas
Place of residence: Carson City "Outstanding Freshman Legislator" in 1988,
Henderson Occupation: Professor of anthro-
Occupation: Governor Gibbons rose through the ranks to become
Occupation: Attorney, Clark pology at the College of Southern
Age: 65 Republican Whip of the State Assembly. Gibbons
County commissioner Nevada
Contact information: was first elected to represent Nevada's 2nd
Age: 47 Reid Contact information: fredcon-
305 North Carson Street, Suites District in the House of Representatives in 1996.
Contact information: [email protected]
200 and 201 After Jim Gibbons was elected to a fifth term in
Gibbons Rory2010.com; [email protected] http://fredconquest.com/ Conquest
Carson City, NV 89701 November 2004, he decided to leave Congress to
1-877-RORY-2010 Education: PhD in anthropology and a PhD in
(775) 884-4022 run for governor of the State of Nevada, and was
Education: Law degree and bachelor’s business administration
(800) 498-1724 elected in 2006.
degree from BYU; graduate of Clark High Record of Service: He worked for more than
www.jimgibbons2010.com
School 10 years as a licensed commodity broker and
Brian Sandoval has served as Record of Service: Since 2002 I have over- also in the insurance business as a licensed
Brian E. Sandoval seen one of the largest and most complex
Nevada’s Attorney General, and agent.
Place of residence: Reno as a member and chairman of county governments in the nation, providing He published a variety of investment newsletters
Occupation: Counsel, Jones Vargas Nevada Gaming Commission, community, social, and business services to and is CEO of his own investment-oriented mar-
Age: 46 which oversees Nevada's gaming more than 2 million residents. I have balanced keting and public relations firm.
Contact information: industry. Sandoval also served for Clark County’s nearly $7 billion budget every In the 1980’s, Conquest helped develop the wind
[email protected] three years as Nevada's at-large year without raising taxes, while implementing farms at Techahapi and Palm Springs in
www.briansandoval.com Sandoval member of the Tahoe Regional a rainy day fund to hedge against economic California. He was a vice president of an environ-
Education: B.A., University of Nevada in 1986 Planning Agency Governing Board. Before his downturns. I also led the effort to crack down mental and industrial products firm dealing in
J.D., The Ohio State University Moritz College of gaming commission and TRPA appointments, on lobbying, prevent conflicts of interest, and water and agricultural products.
Law in 1989 Sandoval served two terms in the Legislature. eliminate gifts to elected officials. Since In 1986 he became chairman and CEO of a pub-
Record of Service: A former federal judge, announcing my candidacy, I have released lic company that engaged in oil and gas, real
detailed plans for improving our state’s econ- estate development and import/export where he
Stan Lusak — Republican Age: Mid-60s
omy, reforming our struggling education sys- dealt with major investment bankers and high
Contact information: (775) 427-1812
Place of residence: Fallon tem and improving ethics in state govern- ranking ministers on a global basis.
Occupation: Retired janitor, ex-postal worker ment.

Jacob Hafter [email protected]

Lt. Governor — Republican Postition sought: Attorney General
Education: Bachelor’s degree in EMS
management, law degree from George
Place of Residence: Las Vegas Washington University, Case Western
Brian Krolicki Barbara Lee Woollen Occupation: Attorney Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio;
Position sought: Lieutenant Position sought: Lieutenant Age: 34 Masters of science in health sciences,
Governor Governor Contact information: (702) 810-4527 Cleveland State University
Place of residence: Stateline Place of residence: www.hafter2010.com Hafter
Occupation: Nevada Lt. Governor Henderson
Age: 49 Occupation: Businesswoman
Contact information: & owner of an art gallery
[email protected] Krolicki Contact information:
www.briankrolicki.com (702)530-3010 Woollen
Incumbency: Two terms as Nevada State [email protected]
Treasurer, one term Nevada Lt. Governor www.whywoollen.com
Education: Stanford University, bachelors degree Education: Bachelor’s degree in communica-
Record of Service: I was elected lieutenant gov- tions from Annenberg School at Temple
ernor in 2006. I serve as the chairman of the University, Philadelphia. Worked as a surgical
Nevada Commission on Economic Development, nurse and attended law school.
where our efforts have attracted new and exciting Record of Service: Thirty years as successful
businesses to Nevada creating and retaining business owner, creating hundreds of jobs, and
almost 13,000 jobs and bringing $1.3 billion in negotiating hundreds of successful transactions.
new investment during my term in office. I am also We grew our business from our apartment to
the chairman of the Commission on Tourism, become one of the largest lighting equipment
where I have led successful efforts to expand companies in the U.S. As vice president, I did
non-gaming related tourism to our state. I serve everything from start up financing to acquisition
as the vice chairman of the Nevada Department and mergers. We transitioned out of our business
of Transportation and the chairman of the Reno- in 2007, and opened Art de Vignettes in 2003 to
Tahoe Winter Games Coalition. great acclaim. I am a native son raised in Virginia City, educated in Nevada’s schools, and after completing my Navy duties,
have been a pediatrician to Nevada’s children for nearly 30 years.
Lt. Governor — Democrat My roots in this state run deep. I was lucky enough to have two sets of parents; my natural father, W.M.
“Shorty” Harper was a hard rock miner and my mother, Dorothy, was from the Callahan ranching family. My
Jessica Sferrazza Robert E. Goodman adopted dad, Ed Colletti, a miner in Virginia City, served as Justice of the Peace there for nearly 30 years. His
Position sought: Lieutenant Position sought: Lieutenant wife Florence hailed from the Dayton Valley Cooney ranching family. My daughter Krista is a pediatrician in
Governor Governor Reno, my son Evan is a molecular biologist at UNR and my adopted daughter Sophia is a sophomore at Reno
Place of residence: Reno Place of residence: Las High School.
Occupation: Reno City Vegas
Councilwoman I believe that Nevada must free itself of the influence of career politicians and special interest groups. We
Contact information:
Age: 36 must not only renew our dedication to helping this great State in its hour of need, but we must also spark the
www.goodman4nevada.com
Contact information: 316 Record of Service: Economic country to return to the values of integrity and responsibility in the affairs of government. Only then will we
California Ave Suite #3E Sferrazza Development Director 1972- have a chance for lasting prosperity.
Goodman
Reno, NV 89509 1978
(775) 750-2776 If I am allowed to represent our great State in the U.S. Congress, you can be sure that I will be my own man
[email protected] and not cater to the wishes of career politicians. It is, and shall ever be, our People, our State and our
Education: I graduated from Sparks High School Travis Barrick Country...First.
with honors. I am currently in the process of obtain- Position sought: Attorney Please visit my website: www.patrickcolletti.com, contact me with your questions, and remember to vote in the
ing a Certified Public Official Program Certificate General primary election on June 8th. I hope you will allow me to represent you in the Congress of the United States.
from the University of Nevada, Reno. And, I have Place of residence: Las
completed courses towards a bachelor's degree at Vegas
Truckee Meadows Community College and the Occupation: Attorney
University of Nevada, Reno. Contact information: Barrick
Record of Service: President, Nevada League of www.travisbarrick.com
Cities [email protected] PAID FOR BY FRIENDS OF PATRICK COLLETTI
 republican SUE LOWDEN
Being on the school board would not be just a job for me — I will be
involved in this district for many years regardless if I am elected. I think
every day about providing my own child with the best education pos- Mailing Address: P.O. Box 531450

ballot
Henderson, NV 89053
sible. We need a school board member who thinks that way about every Telephone: 800-983-6896
child in Carson City. E-mail: [email protected]
What are the most important issues that you would Explain your background and how
address if elected? this qualifies you for the position you
U.S. SENATOR are seeking.
First, we have a great group of parents who are dedicated and involved
in their child’s education. We need to do more to strengthen the partner- My background consists of working as a teacher, an award-winning
ship between teachers and parents and to support teachers in fulfilling journalist, one term as a Nevada state senator and over two decades as
a businesswoman. I have excelled in each of my chosen professions and
the needs of all the children. For our schools and children to succeed, SHARRON ANGLE will continue that as our next U.S. senator.
every parent needs to feel they have a voice in their child’s education.
Second, there is the issue of unengaged parents, for whom the educa- Mailing Address: P.O. Box 33058 In the Nevada state Legislature, I served as Senate majority whip and
Reno, NV 89533
tional system seems intimidating, unwelcoming or simply overwhelming. Telephone: 775-787-6017 the chairman of the Senate Taxation Committee. Throughout my legisla-
Research now shows the more parental involvement, the greater the E-mail: [email protected] tive service, I was well known as an ardent supporter of low taxes on
student achievement and success of the school. Accordingly, we need Nevada’s working families and a fierce proponent of responsible state
Explain your background and how spending. My work in office earned me the Guardian of Small Business
to be creative about how we draw more parents into what is going on
this qualifies you for the position award from the Nevada chapter of the National Federation of Indepen-
at school. you are seeking. dent Businesses (NFIB), Senator of the Year award from the Clark County
As a school board member, I would commit myself to increasing parental I am a four term state assemblywoman, having represented Washoe Republican Party, the Woman of the Year award by the Republican
participation and involvement. I would work to build and strengthen the County from 1998-2006. I have over 30 endorsements from nation-wide Women of Las Vegas and the Lifetime Achievement award by the Repub-
communication between the district, schools and the community. conservative individuals and organizations, including: The Club for lican Women of Henderson.
Why should voters choose you over the other Growth, Gun Owners of America, the TEA Party Express, Citizens United,
candidates? and conservative radio talk show host Mark Levin. What are the most important issues that you would
I am the only candidate in this race with a child in this district, and my address if elected?
What are the most important issues that you would
family will face the challenges of education in the 21st century along Our country is in dire financial shape and the only way out is to limit
address if elected?
with all the other parents in Carson City. In my life, the benefit of educa- what the federal government does. The government cannot, and should
tion exceeded my expectations. All the success I have achieved today Job creation is the most important issue facing the nation and our state not, create jobs. Jobs are a function of the private sector. The best way
is because of a desire to learn. Because of my background and struggle at this time. The federal government needs to cut taxes and spending to to get out of the mess we are in is to get out of the way of the private
with education, and my ultimate success, I believe in the power of a foster economic growth and job creation. sector. We need to encourage entrepreneurs instead of taxing and
good educational system and the effect it can have on people’s lives. Why should voters choose you over other regulating them out of the country.
This is not just a job for me. Like many people in our community, my own candidates? To accomplish this I would sponsor a balanced budget amendment and
child’s future depends on the work we do. I have the experience, desire I have the proven track record of conservative principles. As a coura- a restructuring of our tax code. I will support either the fair tax or the
and commitment to be an effective and active board member. geous act, I took on then-Gov. Kenny Guinn in 2003 when he tried to flat tax. I would propose the elimination of the death tax and lowering
of business tax and the personal income tax. Then I would support the
BARBARA J. MYERS increase our taxes by a record-setting $836 million. I sued the Legisla-
elimination of all duplicate services and the privatization of all services
ture when it tried to suspend the state Constitution to pass those taxes.
Mailing Address: 4552 Hillview Drive In Washington, I will be a tireless advocate for the taxpayers of Nevada. that are available in the private sector.
Carson City, NV 89701
Telephone: 775-882-8817 Why should voters choose you over other
E-mail: [email protected] candidates?
JOHN CHACHAS
Explain your background and how I am the most effective and qualified candidate in this race. All of us are
Place of residence: Ely conservatives but the voters of Nevada need to decide who can beat
this qualifies you for the position Occupation: Banker
you are seeking. Age: 44 Harry Reid. When I ran for state Senate in 1992 I was told it was impos-
I have been elected five times to public education boards — three terms Contact information: www.chachasfornevada.com sible to win. I went on to win that race and defeated the sitting Senate
on local board of education and two terms on the Nevada State Board of Majority Leader of the Nevada Senate. I won that race in a district that
Education/Career and Technical Education Board. I have served a total the pundits said was impossible.
Did not submit questionnaire
of 20 years in those elected positions. I have been teaching in the public I have stood up to special interests and fought for my business against
school system (kindergarten-community college) for 38 years. the most powerful special interest group in Nevada. I never flinched. No
I think this makes my background unique and shows voters that I’m com- CHAD CHRISTENSEN other candidate has stood this test. No other candidate has had to step
mitted to public education and the students we serve. over protestors to get to work. No other candidate has had to face the
Mailing Address: 10080 W. Alta onslaught I have already withstood.
I believe that every child should be provided with an education that Las Vegas, NV 89145
pushes them to meet their potential so that they become productive, Telephone: 702-240-4261
E-mail:[email protected]
involved citizens. I believe that every teacher has high expectations for GARN MABEY
each and every student.
Explain your background and how Place of residence: Las Vegas
What are the most important issues that you would Website: [email protected]
address if elected? this qualifies you for the position you are seeking. or visit garnmabey.com
The school district is moving forward with a tax-continuation bond to as- I have worked for eight years in the state Legislature as a constitutional
conservative, people have trusted my experience and my voting record.
Explain your background and how
sure adequate revenue resources for long-term facility needs. The Board this qualifies you for the position
of Trustees must be able to help assure that the bond question passes My district is the largest in the state and covers both big city, and rural
you are seeking.
and then follow through with the master plan that has been put in place Nevada.
I have lived in Las Vegas for 25 years. I have been married for almost 30
with the help of many community members. I am a 30-year Las Vegas resident and my wife and I have raised 5
years to my wife, Sheri. We have five children — four daughters and
One of the most obvious issues that all boards of education in Nevada children in Nevada.
one son. I graduated from Brigham Young University with a B.S. I re-
are facing is the decreased funding available to public schools. Carson I am a small businessman who knows what it takes to create jobs and ceived an M.D. from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia in 1985.
City School District must continue to provide all children with the best build a business.
I served three terms as a Nevada state assemblyman from 2002 to 2008.
education possible while living within a budget. This means tough I also know how to listen to my constituents. I have done this for eight The last term I served as the minority leader. I also served as assistant
decisions have to be made when it comes to cuts. I’m a firm believer years in my current office and will continue to do so. minority leader during my second term. I also served as president of the
that the cuts must be made farthest away from the classroom. I believe Clark County Medical Society.
that taxpayers deserve to know that every tax dollar is being used in the What are the most important issues that you would
most effective way. address if elected? As a physician, I have unique experiences that will help me serve in the
U.S. Senate.
Illegal immigration is first on my list. I have proposed that Nevada enact
Why should voters choose you over other
candidates? a law similar to Arizona¹s. I have been endorsed by the author of that What are the most important issues that you would
bill. address if elected?
The CCSD Board of Trustees has lost several of its long-term members.
It becomes critical that members coming on to the Board be able to “hit Fix the illegal immigration problem and return jobs to those who are here We all need to be personally responsible for our own lives and not be
the ground running.” I know the issues. I understand how Nevada funds legally and we solve many of our financial problems. Nevada spends dependent on the government. We reap what we sow. We need less
education. I have experience with Nevada’s legislative process and I $700 million a year having to care for those who are here illegally. In government intervention in the economy with lower government spend-
know many members of the Assembly and Senate. The other candidates other states, the numbers are much higher. America needs to care for ing, which will lead to an improvement in the economy and job growth.
for District 6 do not have the depth of experience that I bring to the table Americans first. We cannot afford the high cost of illegal immigration. Regarding medical care, it is my opinion that the new health care bill
that will allow me to understand policy decisions that need to be made will not work and will not save our country any money but make matters
and move forward without having a steep learning curve. Why should voters choose you over other worse. I agree that changes do need to be made. Health insurance
candidates? should be treated just like every other insurance. I would do away
I am the best candidate to beat Harry Reid. I win tough elections. This with employer paid health insurance and allow persons and families to
will be a very tough campaign against Reid. I won in 2008 when every purchase insurance that is portable. I would do away with insurance
other Republican in the state in a Democratic district lost. I have been mandates, which only drive up the cost of insurance for all of us. I do
elected in four straight general elections. My opponents in this cam- support certain regulations on health insurance companies.
paign either haven¹t run for public office, or are on losing streaks.
Why should voters choose you over other
Plus, you know how I will vote in Washington, D.C. because of how I candidates?
have voted in Carson City. I am the only candidate in this race with a
I’m running to try to make a difference. I don’t like the direction our
current conservative voting record.
country is going. If elected I would vote to discontinue the wars in Iraq
and Afghanistan. It is my opinion, that our large military presence in
those countries only makes matters worse.
I do support the use of drone planes and special forces in those areas.
We could save our country trillions of dollars by making changes in mili-

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tary spending. I support our military and don’t agree with how we treat • Stop all deficit spending, pay
republican ballot reducing the deficit spending and the national debt load we now carry.
them. Many are required to serve multiple tours, which is great hardship down the national debt, enforce immigration policies, abolish federal
As your voice in Washington we will offer solutions to the massive
on them and their families. More servicemen have died from suicide policies exporting American jobs overseas
spending that has eroded the quality of life for all citizens in our nation.
after returning than during their tours. • Constitutional Amendments We will offer legislation that reduces the ability of our elected officials
• Congressional Term Limits (House four terms & Senate two terms) to spend what they don’t have. We will stop borrowing 43 cents out of
GARY MARINCH • Repeal 16th Amendment, abolish the IRS, and implement the FAIR Tax every dollar to start.
• Ensure Supreme Court justices and judges adhere to original consti- As your voice in Washington we will not vote on one bill that raises your
Place of residence: Las Vegas
Occupation: Real estate investor tutional intent, add the words “protect and defend the constitution” to taxes one red cent. We will reduce the size of the federal government by
Contact information: www.garynvsenator.com judicial oaths of office. closing agencies that have duplicate functions and massive payrolls. We
Did not submit questionnaire • Establish true U.S. energy independence using all available U.S. will not fund pork barrel spending to get bills to pass. Those days will be
energy sources, without federal subsidies over once elected. As your voice in Washington, I will present a bill that
stops the bribery by making it illegal to add any item in a bill that has
BILL PARSON Why should voters choose you over other candi- nothing to do with the original content.
dates?
Mailing Address: Parson for Senate 2010
P.O. Box 609, Moapa, NV 89025 Nevadans have grown to mistrust professional politicians who create Why should voters choose you over other
Telephone: 702-285-3822 or 702-672-9074 the environment where influence, favor, and self-serving actions prevail, candidates?
E-mail: [email protected] then advocate for taxpayers to foot the bill. Resolving challenges facing As your voice in Washington I will represent you, the citizens of the
Explain your background and how our nation can no longer be left to professional politicians, those who great state of Nevada, and not special interest groups.
this qualifies you for the position seek to continually climb the ladder from one political office to another I will not take one red cent of campaign contributions from those
you are seeking. as they pursue power. organizations.
Bill Parson is a constitutionally conservative Republican who has been a Instead, today’s challenges are best resolved by those who’ve proven We will go to Washington with no one in our back pockets except the
resident of Nevada for over 22 years. He has both Bachelor of Business themselves with their fellow citizens and seek to be citizen legislators citizens of Nevada.
Administration and Master of Science degrees. He served 23 years representing their community for a short period, returning after a few
Finally, as your Senator I will listen to my constituents concerning the
with the Marine Corps where he had extensive overseas assignments, years to allow another worthy representative to continue in their place.
issues.
including a tour with the Department of State. For 11 years, he managed I have never before run for political office, but have the skills, knowl-
numerous complex Department of Energy multi-million dollar projects edge, and determination to represent the best interests of Nevada and
where he was responsible for concept development, engineering design, our nation as a statesman. DANNY TARKANIAN
estimating, operating budgets, execution and closeout, as well as all
projects being executed on time and within budget. He is the only TERRY SUOMINEN Residence: Las Vegas, NV
Telephone: 702-228-8198,
candidate with extensive practical experience and expertise in foreign Place of residence: Las Vegas E-mail: [email protected]
relations, military capabilities and requirements, counter terrorism, intel- Contact information: www.tark2010.org
ligence, business, energy independence, and technology. [email protected]
and www.terrysuominenforussenate.com Explain your background and how
What are the most important issues that you would this qualifies you for the position
address if elected? Explain your background and how you are seeking.
this qualifies you for the position
Problems facing the United States are directly attributable to our federal you are seeking. Undergraduate degree from University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Law
government’s failure to operate within the enumerated powers contained degree from University of San Diego.
within our Constitution, and from the usurpation of powers reserved to CCSN Associates; University Nevada, Las Vegas, political science major
and business minor. Rhodes Scholar candidate, All-American honorable mention (basketball),
the 50 sovereign states and “we the people.” University of San Diego, Law Review.
Addressing these problems requires: What are the most important issues that you
would address if elected? What are the most important issues that you would
• Identify and repeal abusive and intrusive federal legislation (examples
I am like most individuals concerned with the direction of our country. address if elected?
include the Health Care Bill and pending Cap & Trade legislation)
Our platform is a smaller, less intrusive government with our focus on My political philosophy is based on constitutional conservatism and

Carson City’s future matters to me not only

as a business woman but as a grandparent
with grandchildren growing up here.

• I have lived in Carson City for the past 29 years; married for 39 years;
grandparent with grandchildren growing up here.
• I am the co-owner of Adele’s Restaurant in Carson City and have worked as an
interior designer for almost two decades. I understand the dynamic of making do
within a tough economy.
• I have volunteered substantial time and effort for community improvement.
My efforts have included working with the School District’s Master Planning Community
Relations Committee; Vice Chairperson for the Carson City Arts and Culture
Commission; Beautification Action Committee Chair for the Downtown Consortium.
• I have served as an active mentor for St. Teresa’s youth for
the past fifteen years.
• I am the President and founder of The Greenhouse
Project, a planned facility at Carson High School
which will provide training and job skills for
students and grow healthy produce for those who
are having difficulty meeting their families’ needs
in these difficult times.

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liberty. Raising taxes and growing government is not the answer to fixing our BRIAN SANDOVAL
Government expansion and overregulation contradicts genuine conserva- economy. Congress should adopt pro-growth policies that expand tax
relief across the board and allow Americans to keep more of what they Email: [email protected]
tive values and the intent of the founders. Believing the individual knows Website: http://www.briansandoval.com
what is best; the greatest liberty is felt when one can determine his or earn. Many of the government policies today are standing in the way of
her own needs, deciding what definition of quality of life suits them, and innovation, growth and economic recovery. Capitalism is the foundation Explain your background and how
pursue his or her own goals with the natural autonomy of an individual. of America’s prosperity and Congress should remember the principles this qualifies you for the position
that made our nation great. you are seeking.
Why should voters choose you over the other Growing government, increasing taxes, and discouraging investment B.A., University of Nevada in 1986 ;J.D., The Ohio
candidates?
impedes economic recovery. Curbing out-of-control spending and balanc- State University Moritz College of Law in 1989. A former federal judge,
I believe in limited government and I firmly oppose the government ing the budget should be a top priority for Congress. Brian Sandoval has served as Nevada’s attorney general, and as a
takeover of private sector industries. As a small business owner and member and chairman of Nevada Gaming Commission, which oversees
experienced real estate developer, I believe the government does more Why should voters choose you over the other
Nevada’s gaming industry. At age 35, Sandoval was the youngest person
to stifle the success and freedom of the individual when it steps in, candidates?
ever to serve as the state’s chief gaming regulator. Sandoval also served
binding the spirit of entrepreneurship and contradicting the free market While Congress and the administration has continued to waste taxpayer for three years as Nevada’s at-large member of the Tahoe Regional
principles that made our country great. Therefore, I believe in a smaller funds on bailouts, stimulus bill, and programs such as Cash for Clunkers, Planning Agency governing board. The TRPA is a bi-state agency that
government that – with some occasional help – leaves the average Nevadans have struggled to keep their businesses open and their homes governs land use policies at Lake Tahoe. Before his Gaming Commis-
person free to achieve his or her ambitions. out of foreclosure. sion and TRPA appointments, Sandoval served two terms in the Nevada
It is time that more than lip service is paid to controlling government Legislature.
spending. The only thing that follows record debt and spending are
U.S. REPRESENTATIVE IN CONGRESS DISTRICT 2 record tax increases. By reigning in government spending and keeping What are the most important issues that you would
taxes low, we can have a stronger economy, get Nevadans back to work, address if elected?
and get our nation moving in the right direction As the only candidate in the race for governor to offer a plan to solve
PATRICK COLLETTI Nevada’s short-term budget deficit without raising taxes, without deficit
spending and without mass layoffs, I am committed to not raising taxes.
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 6265, Reno, NV, 89513 GOVERNOR I believe that it’s time Nevada does what families and businesses
Telephone Number: 775-846-3564 across our great state have already done, and that’s cut back. I oppose a
E-mail Address: [email protected]
Website: www.patrickcolletti.com corporate income tax, which will kill Nevada jobs and weaken our ability
JIM GIBBONS to compete for new businesses.
Explain your background and how
Place of Residence: 606 Mountain St., As attorney general, I returned money to the general fund and as
this qualifies you for the position
you are seeking. Carson City, NV governor, I’ll do it again by fighting to pass state spending caps that rein
Contact Information: Gibbons for Governor 2010 in government spending. I oppose any plan that encourages or excuses
As a native Nevadan, my roots in this state run deep. I have been a 305 N. Carson St., Suites 200 and 201
Carson City, NV 89701 illegal immigration and I support the Arizona immigration law.
pediatrician for over 30 years, a Navy veteran, a small business owner
Phone: 775-884-4022, (800) 498-1724 As attorney general, I set up the first public integrity unit to investigate and
and most importantly, have raised my family in this great state. Web Site: www.jimgibbons2010.com prosecute officials who violated our trust. I’ve strengthened Nevada’s laws against
What are the most important issues that you would Explain your background and how this qualifies domestic violence, drug abuse and human trafficking and I support capital punish-
address if elected? you for the position you are seeking. ment as a deterrent to crime. I oppose gay marriage and will work to preserve the
Now is the time for action on many fronts as we must deal with prob- A native Nevadan, Jim Gibbons was born and raised in Sparks. He definition of marriage as the union of one man and one woman.
lems put off for decades. That action will require all Americans to think, earned a Bachelor of Science degree in geology from the University of Why should voters choose you over the other can-
communicate, and put their political differences aside to find a common Nevada, Reno and a master’s degree in mining/geology from the School didates?
purpose to effectively deal with two wars, energy independence, health of Mines. Gibbons later earned his Juris Doctorate from southwestern I believe limited government is the best government and will fight for
care, climate change and our damaged economy. University of Law and completed post-graduate work at the University of states’ rights. There will be tough decisions ahead, but I believe that
I believe that the solutions to these problems are possible. These solu- Southern California. together, we can get Nevada working again.
tions will require innovative thinking, compromise and most importantly, He served in the Air Force from 1967 to 1971, graduating from the Air Throughout his career, Sandoval has received several awards and
the members of Congress to place country ahead of party. Our state’s Command and Staff College, as well as the Air War College. Gibbons certificates, including the Hispanics in Politics’ 1996 “Broche de Oro
Congressional leadership has not demonstrated these qualities and they then joined the Air Guard in 1975, attaining the rank of colonel, and Award”, the Anti-Defamation League’s 2003 “Torch of Liberty Award,”
have failed to put the country ahead of their political ideology. served as the group’s vice commander from 1990-1996. the Nevada State Bar’s 2004 “Access to Justice Public Lawyer Award,”
Why should voters choose you over the other Gibbons served three terms in the Legislature and rose through the ranks the Latino Coalition’s 2004 “Most Influential Hispanic in the U.S. Award”
candidates? to become Republican Whip of the Assembly. First elected to Nevada’s and the 2004 University of Nevada “Alumnus of the Year Award.” In
I place the people of Nevada ahead of party politics. I believe that Ne- House of Representatives in 1996, Gibbons left after five terms to make May 2010, Sandoval received the “Excellence in Leadership” award from
vada must free itself from the influence of career politicians and special a successful run for governor in 2006. the Latino Coalition.
interest groups. We need to see a rebirth of the innovation, sacrifice, What are the most important issues that you would As attorney general, I returned money to the general fund and as gov-
patience and teamwork that made this country great. address if elected? ernor, I’ll do it again by fighting to pass state spending caps that rein in
I believe in this country and I believe that we can change the Congress government spending.
Gibbons believes in a common-sense approach to government. He is
from its gridlock of politics as usual to a body that works to solve our committed to fostering economic growth while ensuring Nevadans are
problems fairly and constructively. I will work tirelessly to convince all not burdened with new taxes. As a second-term governor, he will focus LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR
members that we are there to put the country and its people first. I will on three key issues: The economy, energy and education. Nevada’s
also introduce and support legislation with those goals in mind and the future lies in bolstering our position as the world’s finest business and BRIAN KROLICKI
well-being of the American people as my goal. vacation destination.
E-mail: [email protected]
Secondly, with an abundance of natural resources within our borders,
DEAN HELLER Nevada can, should and will be the renewable energy capital of our Explain your background and how
country. Nevada is at the forefront of producing wind, solar and geother- this qualifies you for the position you
Residence: Carson City, Nevada mal power. Nevada is well on its way to implement Gibbons’ plan for are seeking.
Mailing address: P.O. Box 7237 energy independence. Lastly, Gibbons sponsored Nevada’s “Education
Reno, NV 89516-7237 I was elected lieutenant governor in 2006. I serve
Telephone: 775-827-20 First” ballot initiative, which ensures education will be funded before as the chairman of the Nevada Commission on Eco-
Website: www.deanheller.com any other part of the state budget. Education of Nevada’s children will nomic Development. Our efforts attracted new and exciting businesses
remain a top priority. He will continue to support the funding necessary to Nevada, creating and retaining almost 13,000 jobs and bringing $1.3
Explain your background and how to educate tomorrow’s scholars and leaders.
this qualifies you for the position billion in new investment during my term in office. I’m also the chairman
you are seeking. of the Commission on Tourism, where I have led successful efforts to
expand non-gaming related tourism to our state. I serve as the vice
U.S. Congressman Dean Heller was elected as Nevada’s representative Why should voters choose you over other
chairman of the Nevada Department of Transportation and the chairman
for the Second Congressional District on November 7, 2006, and is seek- candidates?
of the Reno-Tahoe Winter Games Coalition, a group dedicated to retun-
ing his third term in the U.S. House of Representatives. Gibbons continues to fight on the federal level against the federal ing the Winter Olympic Games to Lake Tahoe. I was formerly a Douglas
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, specializing in finance and national take-over of our health care system at no cost to Nevadans. He County Planning Commissioner from 1991-1998.
securities analysis, from the University of Southern California in 1985. has proven he has the experience of real leadership Nevadans need at
I am the current chairman of the Republican Lieutenant Governors
Prior to serving in Congress, Dean Heller served two terms in Nevada’s this most crucial time as we fight our way out of these difficult economic
Association. Nominated to serve as a member of the United States
Assembly and three terms as Nevada’s Secretary of State. Heller cur- times. Gibbons is a real leader for Nevada. He took an oath to serve in
Intergovernmental Policy Advisory Committee on Trade under the past
rently serves on the House Ways and Means Committee, which is one of 1967 and has never quit and will continue to work for all Nevadans.
two presidential administrations.
only four exclusive committees in the U.S. House of Representatives.
As the policy chair of the Western Caucus, Heller continues to provide What are the most important issues that you would
MIKE MONTANDON address if elected?
strong leadership for Nevada on issues such as private property rights,
mining, public lands access and wildfire prevention. Heller has also been Residence: North Las Vegas A strong educational system has always been a cornerstone of my public
appointed as a deputy whip and assigned to the Republican Policy Com- Website: www.mikemontandon.com service and, in my opinion, of Nevada’s future. One of the most effective
mittee by the House Leadership Team. means of ensuring continued prosperity is by investing in our children.
Did not submit questionnaire As treasurer, I worked to make sure that young Nevadans could attend
What are the most important issues that you would
college by creating the College Savings Plans, the Nevada Prepaid
address if elected?
Tuition Program and building the Millennium Scholarship Program.
My No. 1 priority in Congress is to turn our nation’s economy around and
Working toward improving and diversifying our economy and strengthen-
get Nevadans back to work. Despite claims that unemployment would
ing our education system will not be possible if our public sector does
not rise above 8 percent if the stimulus bill passed, millions of jobs have
not operate efficiently and wisely. I believe we need to continue cutting
been lost and thousands of Nevadans are out of work since its passage.

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unnecessary expenditures through a careful analysis of the state’s companies like Boeing Aircraft skip over our state when they are looking Unlike the current state controller, I would have an open door policy
budget. As lieutenant governor, I will continue to bring new and good for a new headquarters. for all citizens of Nevada. I would have forms that everyone could
jobs to our state and fight for education so that we may continue to live understand. The current state controller has and uses forms a CPA can’t
in a place we are proud to call home. Why should voters choose you over the other understand. When we had the recent deficit, she sent her aid to meet
candidates?
with the governor. We elect the state controller to go to these kinds of
I will return the appropriate measure of respectability, accountability, meetings. She was asleep at the wheel and didn’t go. I would go in my
BARBARA LEE WOOLLEN transparency, viability, and leadership to the office of lieutenant governor spare time. I want to work to put prayer back into school like I did with
needed to properly represent our great state. getting the Bible a study material number so it could be studied in school
Mailing address: 2505 Anthem Village Drive
E491, Henderson, NV 89052 as an elective.
Telephone: 702-530-3010
E-mail: [email protected], STATE CONTROLLER
www.whywoollen.com BARRY HERR
Explain your background and how GREGORY NANCE DAGANI Mailing Address: 505 E. Windmill Lane
this qualifies you for the position. Suite 1B-207, Las Vegas, NV 89123
Mailing address: 5844 Reeves Springs Avenue
B.A. in communications from Annenberg School at Temple University, Las Vegas, NV 89131 Website: BarryHerr2010.com or
Telephone: 702-409-7206 Email: [email protected]
Philadelphia. Worked as a surgical nurse and attended law school.
E-mail: [email protected]
Thirty years as successful business owner, creating hundreds of jobs,
Explain your background and how
and negotiating hundreds of successful transactions. We grew our Explain your background and how this qualifies
this qualifies you for the position you
business to become one of the largest lighting equipment companies in you for the position you are seeking.
are seeking.
the U.S. I owned a bookkeeping service in Salt Lake City, Utah, where various
I am a 20-year Nevada resident. I was raised in New Jersey and moved
As vice president, I did everything from start-up financing to acquisition CPAs worked for my service. I have in the past been an elected member
to California where I began working at Imodco, an international company
and mergers. We transitioned out of our business in 2007, and opened of the state board of education where I helped the American Bible
in the oil industry, as a staff accountant. After several years, my wife,
Art de Vignettes in 2003. In 2008, we began our charity, The Bruce and Society get the Bible a study material number so children can study the
daughter and I moved back to New Jersey where I worked for a manu-
Barbara Lee Foundation, which benefits children and the arts. Bible as an elective in school if their parents want them to. To this day, I
facturing and distribution company.
All of these positions have prepared me to take the lead in recovering have numerous people who became my close friends when I was on the
board because I can do my work as a supervisor and at the same time When the recession began in New Jersey, we moved to Las Vegas
Nevada’s economy.
keep the people under me as close friends when I had finished the work I where my wife’s parents retired.
What are the important issues that you would had been elected to do. I registered because I’m not interested in retiring Upon arrival I worked as a controller, enrolled at University of Nevada,
address if elected? from public office. I’d like to accomplish things for the citizens of Nevada Las Vegas, and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in accounting.
I know what it will take to restore our economic prosperity and I have and run out the time for retirement. While working at the international accounting firm McGladrey and
proven skills to do just that. The role of lieutenant governor has been Pullen, I obtained my CPA certification. I have since worked as a CPA in
ignored. The primary function is to oversee and facilitate economic What are the most important issues that you would Nevada and am currently the president of the Nevada Society of CPAs-
development. My main goals are to ensure Nevada’s jobs return, build address if elected? Las Vegas chapter, member of the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce and
Nevada’s economic viability throughout diversification, and restore The chief fiscal officer for Nevada is a position that affects all the former Adjunct Professor at UNLV.
Nevada’s economy as one of growth. citizens of Nevada because you, as a state controller, are to keep an eye
As Nevada’s lieutenant governor, I will chair the boards of tourism and on state revenue coming in and going out. If there is not enough coming What are the most important issues that you would
economic development, and vice chair the Board of Transportation and in, you go to the elected representatives that vote on how much revenue address if elected?
be a member of the Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Task each department gets, and inform them of the situation at hand and As a fiscal conservative and a CPA the most important issue I would ad-
Force. I will make Nevada business friendly by working to eliminate offer any ideas you have to fix the problem. I favor the idea that my wife dress is how to spend less and get more for each dollar spent. Without
destructive taxes and regulations, instead offering aggressive incentives. came up with to bring in $750 million yearly for K-12 education — that raising current taxes or implementing new taxes, as many would allude
I will create jobs by attracting new industries in energy, film, technology, being a state lottery system. to, I would find ways to cut needless spending just as my clients and I do
and transportation. with their businesses. My job as a CPA is to help my clients prosper and
Why should voters choose you over the other succeed and I would continue to use my professional expertise in the
Nevada needs a qualified ambassador to these industries. I will never let
candidates?

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position as state controller. torney general, the office should not be partisan; it must be issue driven. The federal government overstepping its power as granted to it by the
Nevada has been a land of opportunity for millions who moved here states. The state governments remain the only true “check and balance”
Why should voters choose you over the other concerning the federal government abusing its powers. The states
or who were born and raised here. My goal is to once again help bring candidates?
Nevada to the level of its past prosperity and even beyond. Through have been derelict and must reassert themselves if we are to remain a
Accountability in government, defense of the Constitution and advocacy constitutional republic.
fiscal responsibility, ethical business practices and a diverse economy
for the citizens of Nevada are three critical tasks of the AG’s office. The
Nevada can rebound, and be a great place to work and retire without The state’s financial health. The first thing we must do is stabilize the
incumbent has failed on all three.
extreme tax burdens. real estate market. I have a plan that will work. Then, with common
I have watched her refusal to embrace these concepts. I have also seen sense and pro business teamwork we can begin bringing thousands of
Why should voters choose you over other the poor quality of work product that has come from her office. We high-paying jobs to Nevada in the energy, refining, mining and nuclear
candidates? deserve better. Criticism can only go so far. I have criticized — now it is fields. I also believe the Douglas-Reno corridor is prime for becoming the
Because I have an extensive business background as well as being time to act. new Silicon Valley.
a CPA, I will offer the state government my business acumen. By the
nature of the job, it is vital that the state controller be an experienced Why should voters choose you the other
CPA. With my background as a CPA and in the private sector, experience STATE SENATE, CAPITAL SENATORIAL DISTRICT candidates?
in national and international business in various positions including as a I am a pro-life candidate. However I am not running against someone
controller and cost accountant, I am familiar with state business regula- JAMES ARNOLD SETTELMEYER as much as for something. I think the state needs real leadership that is
tions and I know how to review and understand financial reports, which willing to address these issues regardless of the political ramifications.
the state generates. With this knowledge, as state controller I will come Mailing address: 2388 N. Highway 395 We need state leaders who are willing to fight the federal government
Minden, NV 89423
to the table prepared and experienced. In this economic environment Telephone: 450-6114 when the latter oversteps its Constitutional authority. Finally, we need
the people of Nevada need and deserve an educated and experienced leaders who will put Nevadans at the head table.
business person looking out for their welfare. With my experience and Explain your background and how
conservative spending practices, I will help turn this economy. this qualifies you for the position
you are seeking. STATE SENATE WASHOE DISTRICT 4
First elected by the constituents of Assembly District 39 in 2006. Doug- TODD BAILEY
ATTORNEY GENERAL las High graduate. Received a California State Polytechnic University,
San Luis Obispo, bachelor of science in agricultural science/education. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 18888
Attended Concord Law School, graduate National Conference of State Telephone: 775-247-4122
E-mail: [email protected]
TRAVIS BARRICK Legislators Legislative Academy. Graduate Council of State Govern- Website: www.votetoddbailey.com
Phone number: 702-351-7422 cell ment Western Leadership Academy. Carson Valley Conservation District
secretary, then chairman. Appointed to the Nevada State Conservation Explain your background and how
Explain your background and how Commission. Elected as the vice chairman the first year, and chairman this qualifies you for the position
this qualifies you for the position the second. Received the outstanding young Nevada farmer award in you are seeking.
you are seeking. 2003. U. S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency County Com- I grew up in Nevada Senate District 4, graduated from Wooster High
I believe that Nevadans are capable of electing a mittee vice-chairman. In the Legislature, serves on the Commerce and School, attended Truckee Meadows Community College and the
person that has the expertise and experience to Labor, Governmental Affairs, and Election Procedures and Constitutional University of Nevada, Reno. I’ve traveled across the United States, and
enforce the laws of Nevada in a way that is fair for Amendments committees. Serves on the Senior and Veterans study com- different parts of the world, living in three different countries before the
one and fair for all. That person is me. I have a juris doctorate degree mittee, and the Blue Ribbon Property Tax Committee. age of 16. I can say with confidence, Senate District 4 is one of the best
from the University of San Francisco School of Law, where I completed places in the world to live.
elective courses in, among others, administrative law, land use law,
What are the most important issues that you would
address if elected? I’ve worked in a variety of industries, specializing in broadcasting for 25
local government law and the federal courts. I have a master’s degree years, and then starting several of my own businesses in advertising,
in public administration from National University in San Diego, where I In these economic times the government, like the people of this great
computer networking, real estate, and strategic development in the
completed courses in organizational behavior, managerial economics and state, is having to do more with less. This is not the time to increase
Reno-Sparks area, helping to create over 50 local jobs.
contract negotiations. taxes on the people, it is time to find ways to help them.
My family, just like yours, came to Nevada for opportunities, and it
What are the most important issues that you would The state needs to evaluate all of its programs and establish if they
doesn’t matter if your family came to Nevada 50 years ago, or 150 years
address if elected? are meeting their objectives and eliminate or modify ones that are not.
ago, or last week, now is the time to expand those opportunities, instead
The government waste that exists cannot be tolerated and must be
At this point in time, illegal immigration presents a most interesting and of looking backward.
discussed whether it is benefiting corporations, unions, or the bureau-
pivotal legal issue. Nevada’s historic growth market is predicated upon cracy itself. I and my colleagues already have bills that seek to address What are the most important issues that you would
population growth and development. Thus, Nevada should continue these issues. address if elected?
to encourage legal immigration; however, the lack of comprehensive
national immigration reform has put the states, particularly those in The best government is like a good insurance policy. It costs you money I am bringing 10 issues to the Nevada Senate called The Top 10 In 2010
the Southwest, in the unenviable position of needing to address and from time to time. It’s there for you in bad times and in the good times (www.TheTop10In2010.com). Through this combination of policies we
expedite solutions for local concerns as the federal government works you don’t know it exists. In that vein, I feel government involvement in can get Nevada back to work again, and I believe, on the road to a much
to resolve the issue nationally. Other pressing legal issues include water private affairs should be minimal at most. brighter future.
use and resources, health care, and the nuclear waste depository. Why should voters choose you over other 1. Lower Nevada taxes — eliminate payroll tax. 2. New jobs — broad
candidates? economic development. 3. Effective education. 4. SAGE commission
Why should voters choose you over other
candidates? permanency. 5. Government consolidation, efficiency. 6. Reapportion-
Government size must be kept in check. I did this last legislative ses-
ment, more representation. 7. No on SJR2 — retain election of judges.
As far as I can tell, the incumbent has never worked in the private sector. sion and plan on doing it again, if chosen by the citizens of the Capital
8. Pass AJR2— reaffirm 10th Amendment. 9. STAR Bond equalization.
I believe her actions reveal an out-of-touch attitude towards the citizens Senate District. We must preserve our natural resources. My actions on
10. Constitutional legislative ethics reform, apply open meeting law.
and businesses of Nevada. the state conservation commission and local conservation district, and
endorsement by the Nevada Conservation League combined with my Why should voters choose you over other
Regarding my opponent in the GOP primary, other than the fact that he knowledge of water resources will allow me to protect our communities’ candidates?
was a Democrat until last December, I respect his self-characterization and state’s limited resources.
as a fighter and advocate for his clients. In my view, however, there are I will put the time and energy needed to represent the Carson City area
times when aggression is not the optimal approach to bring to the table. that is a part of Nevada Senate District 4 with a strong voice. One of the
strongest points I’ve heard from voters is they want the economy turned
I consider myself a fair and unbiased person, with years of experience STEVE YEATER around so there are more jobs, and they want to be “left alone” to live
in complex, multi-party negotiations. As such, I favor the approach of a
statesman, rather than that of an aggressive, polarizing advocate for one Mailing Address: 332 Stillwater Drive their lives, something I believe in and will protect.
Dayton, NV 89403 I’m the easiest and friendliest of all the candidates, something you’ll
side or the other. Telephone: 775-291-2551
Cell Number: 775-291-2551 appreciate when it comes time to express your opinion on something
Office Number: 774-291-2551 important to you.
JACOB HAFTER
Explain your background and how
Mailing address: 7201 W. Lake Mead Blvd. #210
this qualifies you for the position TY COBB
Las Vegas, NV 89128
Telephone: 702-810-4527 you are seeking. Mailing Address: 6985 Cour St. Michelle
Contact information: [email protected] Currently I own a small business that specializes in the alternative Reno, NV 89511
or visit www.hafter2010.com Telephone: 775-352-6368
energy sector, prior to that I ran a service division for a co-generation E-mail: [email protected]
power company. We moved to Nevada after retiring from the United
Explain your Background and how this qualifies States Air Force in 2001. Explain your background and how
you for the position you are seeking. this qualifies you for the position
I was raised and later reinforced in the Air Force that there are things
Wife, Jackie, sons Gabriel and Judah, daughters Aviva and Sofia. more important than yourself. I am not running for power, prestige or you are seeking.
BS (EMS Management), George Washington University; JD, Case West- money. I am running for my kids, your kids, and our neighbor’s kids. The I am a Reagan conservative, literally. I was raised in the political philoso-
ern Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio; MS (health sciences), Cleveland Air Force does a very good job of teaching you how to think “out of the phy of Ronald Reagan while my father worked for him as his special
State University. Paramedic; attorney admitted in Nevada, Pennsylvania, box.” During the special session I talked to many elected politicians and assistant for national security affairs. I believe in a limited, efficient
New Jersey and before the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office. I came to realize that most, if not all, either have no political desire to government and I have voted that way as a state assemblyman. I believe
Committee chair, Boy Scout Troop 613; member of various civil boards; fix this mess or are incapable of coming up with the ideas necessary for in a low tax burden, minimum government interference, and the freedom
member including Chabad of Summerlin the fix. to conduct our business and our private lives as we deem fit.

What are the most important issues that you would What are the most important issues that you would What are the most important issues that you would
address if elected? address if elected? address if elected?
The state of Nevada deserves an attorney general that will fairly enforce We currently spend over $800 million a year on illegal aliens. We have I have introduced bills to limit the size of bureaucracy in our school
the laws of this great state. While one must be partisan to become at- an unemployment rate of 13 percent, yet 12.2 percent of our work force districts, to prohibit state benefits to illegal immigrants, to demand
is illegal aliens. We should enact E-Verify immediately. accountability and competition in our education system, and I have voted

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against government largesse and overspending. serving special interests. I am the only candidate running in for the state STATE ASSEMBLY DISTRICT 40
Perhaps most important, I have not been afraid to speak out against Senate in District 4 who has the knowledge, experience, and background
the things with which I’ve disagreed including the largest tax increase to turn the state’s economy around.
in Nevada state history. I encouraged the governor in 2007 to form the AMY CLEMENS
Spending and Government Efficiency Commission which produced a STATE ASSEMBLY DISTRICT 38
number of cost-saving initiatives which should now be addressed by the Mailing Address: 832 Jenna Court
Carson City, NV 89701
Legislature. Telephone: 775-721-7400
Office Number: 775-841-4033
Why should voters choose you over other candi- GARY G. GLADWILL
dates? Explain your background and how
Mailing Address: 259 Riverboat Rd.
I am the only candidate with Legislative experience, but I believe that I Dayton NV 89403 this qualifies you for the position
also have the right kind of experience for the state Senate — a proven Telephone: 1-775-690-2419 you are seeking.
responsible conservative record. E-mail: [email protected] I have been in finance working with multimillion-dollar projects and large
I have been praised as a taxpayer advocate because I have been in the Explain your background and how business ventures since 1996. My family has owned and operated busi-
fight on behalf of my constituents’ conservative ideals, not just talked this qualifies you for the position you nesses since 1980. I have the high end fiscal experience to help Northern
are seeking. Nevada back into a balanced budget.
about it in a campaign.
My qualifications for this office are many and varied; I am a conservative
small businessman who has always worked in the private sector, and What are the most important issues that you would
BEN KIECKHEFER know that in order for the government to be effective for its citizens, it address if elected?
Mailing Address: 10045 Goler Wash Court needs to be operated more like an effective “not-for-profit” business. I I have signed the Taxpayer Protection Pledge and will fight any propos-
Reno, NV 89521 am not saying that I have always been successful in all of my business als for new taxes. Education needs to be torn down and rebuilt to help
Telephone: (775) 223-9618 ventures, but through common sense decisions about my failures, I have our children compete globally for jobs. Creation of new and high-paying
E-mail: [email protected]
learned when to cut bait and start over. It is time to cut bait and start sustainable jobs that diversify our traditional dependence on gaming and
Explain your background and how over at a state government level, the system as it is, is failing, and I tourism
this qualifies you for the position believe that this observation alone qualifies me to serve the constituents
you are seeking. Why should voters choose you over the other
of my district. candidates?
As a former journalist covering government and politics, my professional
I have the educational and professional experience to be the best voice
integrity relied on thinking critically about complicated issues and ensur- What are the most important issues that you would
address if elected? of the people. I am young, energetic, intelligent and ready to fight for
ing all ideas were presented before making decisions. I believe that’s
what’s right for the people of District 40 to get our local economy back
something we need more of in the Nevada Legislature. I believe the budget and its projected shortfall will be the most impor- on track and provide a bright future for our children.
Following my journalism career I worked in public affairs and advertising tant issue facing this state. The state government has grown too much
too fast. The budget has grown from $4 billion in 1999 to approximately I am a conservative, I am a taxpayer, I am a Nevadan and I am a mother.
in Reno before going to work for the Governor, where I served as a mem-
$7.6 billion in 2009 with a population increase of only 35 percent. I I will be the voice of the people in District 40.
ber of his senior staff. This inside view of state policy from the highest
level of government gives me a broad base of knowledge that will serve believe that we need some accountability for expenditures.
me well in the Senate. I would also like to see red tape cut to encourage new businesses. We PETE LIVERMORE
Currently a state employee, I have agreed to resign following my elec- have to be the most business friendly state in the country; we went from Mailing Address: # 4 Raglan Circle
tion to maintain the Constitutional tenet of separation of powers, but being the No. 1 most business friendly state before the last session to Carson City, NV 89701
that experience has shown me how budgets are built from the ground No. 6 currently. Small business will be the venue to pull our economy Telephone: 775-882-5056
out of the dump, and it needs to be reassured that when they move here, Cell Number: 775-530-1890
up and where the rubber hits the road with policy decisions made by the Office Number: 775-882-5056
Legislature. or start up here, they will not be thought of as hosts for the parasitic
government to bleed dry.
What are the most important issues that you would Explain your background and how
address if elected? Why should voters choose you over other this qualifies you for the position you are seeking.
First off, we must focus on passing a balanced budget that protects the candidates?
I have a proven track record of commen-sense conservative leadership.
businesses that will hire people out of the current recession. This should The voters should choose me because I am honest, have integrity, and
During my time on the Board of Supervisors and Carson Tahoe Hospital
be done by prioritizing government services, eliminating those that will “try” to do what I say, I place quotes around my “try” because I am
board, I have put the citizens of our community first each and every day.
are no longer necessary or affordable and streamlining those that can conservative and believe that the majority party will try to block any
I have safeguarded taxpayer dollars and have worked to keep govern-
achieve greater efficiency. positive change on government reform. Remember; “The Bluer the State,
ment efficient and effective at providing the vital services we depend
As a father of two sets of young twins, the quality of education is incred- The Redder the Budget.” This can be seen throughout the country and
on. I’ve started and run a number of successful small businesses in our
ibly important to me and my wife. I believe in the empowerment model what is happening with liberal states. It is time for good old-fashioned
community. And I am a 50-year resident of this community. My wife
of education, giving greater authority to individual schools and teachers conservative ideas and philosophies to come back into vogue.
Laurie and I have raised our three children here. Our grandchildren live
to decide how best to educate rather than relying on administrators far here and I want to see Nevada remain a place where they are able to
removed from the classroom. I am also a strong advocate of empowering have a future as bright and promising as possible. Nevada is my home
parents to make more choices about their children’s education. Easing
TOM GRADY
and I am determinined to make sure its best days are yet to come.
the creation of charter schools is an important way to do this. Addition- Mailing Address: 43 Fairway Dr
ally, we must ensure we evaluate the success of schools and teachers Yerington, NV 89447 What are the most important issues that you would
by the success of our children. Telephone: 775-464-2612 address if elected?
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.tomgrady4nevada.com First and foremost I would focus on getting our economy moving again.
Why should voters choose you over other
candidates? We’re in the midst of the worst economic downturn in multiple genera-
Explain your background and how
this qualifies you for the position tions and we in office need to focus on putting people back to work.
In the end, I believe this election comes down leadership and the quality
you are seeking. We also need to give our young people a quality education. If we fail to
of the person the voters want representing them in the Legislature. I
give our state’s future generations a solid and firm foundation in life via
offer the voters of Washoe District 4 a strong, conservative voice that I have served as your assemblyman for four two-year terms. I served
as the mayor of Yerington for about 10 years and have been on the City a top-notch education, then we have not done our jobs as responsible
will be a champion for them and protect them from the overreach of
Council. I also served as executive director of the Nevada League of citizens.
government. As importantly, I can do this while also being effective. I am
raising my family here in northern Nevada, and the future of our state is Cities representing all cities in Nevada. Why should voters choose you over the other
very important to me. I will always fight for what is best for the families I have a banking background as a manager and ag. banker. My experi- candidates?
and businesses of northern Nevada. ence and my committee assignments at the Legislature will be of benefit
to our district. My involvement in numerous local and state projects such I have proven, real-world experience creating jobs. Having started my
as committees on economic development, water issues and education own succesful businesses years ago I have the knowledge and expertise
FRANK L. WRIGHT will be of benefit to the district and the state. to help get Nevada’s economy back on track I will bring my private
sector leadership to the Assembly and be a strong voice for small
Mailing address: P.O. Box 186 What are the most important issues that you would
Crystal Bay, NV 89402 businesses and job creation After 35 years as a small business owner
Telephone: 775-831-8748
address if elected? and 12 years on the Carson City Board of Supervisors, I know I have
E-mail: [email protected] The two biggest issues will be the budget (I serve on the Ways and the expertise to see Nevada through the current economic crisis. To be
Means Committee) and reapportionment. Budget will be of great successful, the next Nevada Legislature needs leaders who have proven
Explain your background and how this qualifies
importance to all Nevadans in this down economy. We must work with themselves worthy of the public’s trust. I am the only candidate in this
you for the position you are seeking.
our business communities to jump start the economy to produce jobs. race with both business and policy knowledge to help rebuild Nevada..
I am a retired secondary history and government teacher, having taught Government can’t solve the fiscal problems; private enterprise making
for 35 years. I am and have been a community activist working for civil investments in our state will produce jobs and turn the housing market
rights and equal protection of the citizens of Nevada. I have sued the around. We must work with them, not add more burdensome taxes to LYNDA UPTON
government for access to public lands illegally taken for private self- their problems.
serving purposes. Mailing Address: 1711 Wellington
Why should voters choose you over other West Carson City, NV 89703
What are the most important issues that you would Telephone: 883-9398
candidates? Cell Number: 742-7514
address if elected?
My experience, my knowledge of the job, my past record of working for
Fixing the states economic problems. Turning around the economic the district and the state and my willingness to continue to serve the Explain your background and how this qualifies
failures of our past legislatures. Stopping the wasteful spending people in a fair, conservative manner as a legislator. you for the position you are seeking.
I have lived in Carson City for 22 years. I am a product of the public school
Why should voters choose you over other
system from elementary school through high school; graduating from Carson
candidates?
High in 1997. I continued my public education at the University of Nevada
I am not a career politician. I am running with one purpose — to fix the where I played four years for the women¹s golf team and was an Academic
problems caused by career politicians and candidates who have self- All-American in 2001, the same year I graduated with a degree in marketing.

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 democratic ballot
I am concerned about the direction that the state is headed. I have no
political experience, but common sense. This is what will help me repre-
sent my Carson City constituents and bring the government back to the
people and not to those who seek power and their own self interests. address if elected? KEN MCKENNA
What are the most important issues that you would The economy is under assault and much of it lies in ruin. Our government
address if elected? Website: www.kenmckenna.com
has an insatiable greed for money and power. Any business sector that
The budget is going to be the No. 1 issue we all face. There will have to was profitable was demonized and taxed and regulated into depression. Explain your background and how
be cuts to many things that will make all sides unhappy but they need As a result, unemployment is close to 10 percent, bankruptcies and this qualifies you for the position
to be done in order to have the state solve its financial crisis. I will look foreclosures are effecting every neighborhood. We cannot spend our you are seeking.
closely at all options on the table and also listen to what my constitu- way to wealth or legislate prosperity for the working person, much less I am a native born Nevadan, who worked my way
ents are saying. I will make an informed decision based on the facts. the non-working person. It is time to stop buying votes for incumbents through college and law school working nights and
I do not support adding a state income tax nor do I support any type of with public monies and time to start rebuilding our economy. weekends as a bellman and a waiter.
corporate tax. We need to keep Nevada a state that is business friendly. Why should voters choose you over the other I know what it takes to raise yourself up by your own bootstraps and to
If we begin to introduce new taxes on business, they will not bring their candidates? be independent. My father worked in the casinos and my mother was
companies to Nevada or they will just go out of business. Some people suggest that we Nevadans are spoiled, evil consumers of the eternal optimist. She is where I derived my can-do-anything attitude.
We need to preserve our physicians by protecting them from frivolous too much of the world’s resources and we need to be brought down to She taught me to believe in the future and that no matter how difficult
lawsuits. The state needs to bring back the medical legal screening earth. the moment, tomorrow would be a brighter day. She was right. I have
panel to help prevent these lawsuits. been blessed with a extremely successful solo law practice for the last
I say we are a good and kind people who work hard and give generously
30 years.
Why should voters choose you over the other to our neighbors in time of need. We need to regain our self respect and
candidates? start to stand up for our rights against those who denigrate us. My work has always been on behalf of the working person, the under
represented and those who need justice.
I am a new, fresh face with a younger perspective and common sense. I
do not owe political favors to anyone. I have always been direct, honest What are the most important issues that you would
HARRY REID
and true to my beliefs. Through my involvement in sports I have learned address if elected?
to be a team player and a leader and the only special interest I have is Telephone: 702-699-7343 As a Nevada representative in Washington I will abide by those underly-
you, the voter, and getting this state we love back on track. Email: [email protected]
Website: www.harryreid.com ing principles that have always been central to my character and my
life’s work. I will represent the people of Nevada first and foremost, not
Explain your background and how the Corporations or the party dogma that has Washington so dysfunc-
this qualifies you for the position tional.
UNITED STATES SENATOR you are seeking. The most important issues facing Nevada and our nation is whether

democratic
Senator, United State Senate, 1986-present. Senate Majority Leader, we can have a functioning government in Washington that can get the
2006-present. Representative, United States House of Representatives, job done for all our citizens. The petty bickering and the just say “no”
1982-1986. Nevada Lieutenant Governor, 1970-1974. Nevada State politics of obstruction are unacceptable. Politicians in Washington are

ballot
Assembly, 1968-1970. Former Chair, American Cancer Society. Former getting paid to work for us. Doing nothing is stealing their paychecks. In
Chair, Nevada Gaming Commission, 1977-1981. Nevada State Bar As- the real world they would be fired.
sociation We can demand more. We can make the federal government fiscally re-
What are the most important issues that you would sponsible and accountable. We need Individuals that are independent of
address if elected? the moneyed influences. The current representative is an empty suit who
In Nevada and across our nation, we need strong leaders that stand up votes lock step, high-step with the party dogma and does not represent
EDUARDO HAMILTON for our families and our communities. We need leaders committed to the unique individual interest of Nevadans.
providing our children with high quality education, to making sure more I will represent Nevadans interest first and always, clear and simple.
Place of residence: Henderson families have access to affordable health care, to safeguarding benefits
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.86reid.info for seniors and veterans, and to keeping our neighborhoods safe.
We live in serious times and we face serious challenges. Our state
NANCY PRICE
Explain your background and how
deserves leaders with the experience and determination to get the job Place of residence Sparks, NV
this qualifies you for the position Telephone: 775-351-1169 home 775-247-4706 cell
done.
you are seeking. Email: [email protected]
Co-founder and president of the Nevada Conservative McCarran Why should voters choose you over the other Website:
Democrats, named after Sen. Patrick McCarran. I am an American en- candidates? www.nancypriceforcongress.com
trepreneur who is totally committed to creating jobs and lithium mining Growing up in Searchlight, my parents taught me timeless lessons about Explain your background and how
development on Nevada federal land the value of hard work, the importance of helping those in need, and this qualifies you for the position you
never giving up. Throughout my life – from my days as Henderson City are seeking.
What are the most important issues that you would
Attorney to my current role as Senate Majority Leader – I have used
address if elected? Completed class work for Ph.D. in political science at University Nevada,
these principles to guide my actions.
Unless the economy gets much better for Nevadans, I will work for you Reno, B.A. and M.A. in communication at UNLV, A.A. from Western
for only $1 per year. The $174,000 senatorial salary will be donated to Nevada Community College, AA intelligence analyst and AS in logistics
our brave Nevada troops serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. The money will U.S. REPRESENTATIVE IN CONGRESS DISTRICT 2 from Community College of the Air Force; Series 7 License as stock
also be used to help the homeless. broker
America is heading toward a financial Armageddon unless we take Regent University and Community College System of Nevada 1992-1998
draconian steps. To that end, I pledge to support a balanced budget DENIS SAM DEHNE representing Lincoln County and rural Clark County. I went to the Nevada
constitutional amendment. Supreme Court to define electronic meetings and required debt tracking
Phone: 775-825-1398 raising the bond rating to AAA.
Why should voters choose you over other E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.unclesamforcongress.com I retired after 24 years as chief master sergeant from the Reno Air
candidates?
National Guard. I wrote curriculum on leadership for the Air Force which
I support recent Arizona tough immigration law enforcement and also Explain your background and how is still used today.
enacting similar state law in Nevada. I am totally in opposition to this qualifies you for the position you
are seeking. I attended 11 sessions at the Nevada State Legislature assisting my
amnesty.
husband, former Assemblyman Bob Price. I proposed and lobbied for
I am also running as an anti-war peace candidate. I strongly support As the citizen watchdog of Nevada, Sam Dehne has testified at more
legislation. One example is publishing of proposed legislation which is
ending the two wars which are already costing $1 trillion lasting almost than 2,000 public meetings with well over 5,000 documented public
now available online
10 years. testimonies exposing wrongful actions of public officials.
I want to be the champion for lithium mining in Nevada and on federal At the United States Air Force Academy, Dehne swore to support and What are the most important issues that you would
land. Lithium is the key to electric cars and trucks and the Battle Born defend the Constitution against all enemies, foreign and domestic. He address if elected?
state has an abundance of lithium. states that he has run into more domestic enemies than foreign. Passage of the health care bill is a start to a healthy and educated
Dehne has lived in Reno for 43 years. He graduated from the Air Force population. These are elements of military power. I think of it as a
Academy in 1962. Dehne flew B-52 bombers in the Air Force before defense bill.
ALEX MILLER becoming a pilot with Pan American World Airways in 1967. To address the deficit, loopholes must be addressed. I’m referring to
Residence: Reno Dehne has spent the last 15 years as the most vocal and effective politi- Warren Buffet’s statement that he pays a lesser percentage than his
Contact information: [email protected] cal watchdog in Northern Nevada. secretary. Exxon pays virtually nothing. The fraud perpetrated on the
or nevadacan.com world must be brought to justice and the money seized to pay victims.
Dehne’s ubiquitous presence at government podiums has made him a
The Glass-Steagall Act should be put back into law so we can trust the
Explain your background and how this qualifies household name. The public officials he oversees dare not try to stop a
banks again.
you for the position you are seeking. man with Sam’s outstanding credentials from speaking (or singing) his
mind. Sam is an accomplished musician/entertainer and often takes his Join me in a movement to return our Constitution to its original intent
B.S. business administration. I served on the board of directors for a
guitar to the Public podiums to sing his Complaints. that “We the people” means natural persons not corporations. This
local chapter of the National Association of Purchasing Managers.
would change our government in the direction I believe both Republicans
I constantly hear that our senator is great and powerful and that we Dehne’s well-thought-out ideas and proposals have saved Nevada and
and Democrats want to see with regards to corporate contributions.
shouldn’t replace him because a new senator would be “less influen- America many dozens of millions of dollars. His B-52 fuel management
program created in 1967 has saved U.S. taxpayers over a billion dollars. We must bring our troops home and look at the redundancy in the
tial.” The simple fact is that most of our senator’s donations come from
military budget.
out of state. We have no influence or weight in his consideration or his Dehne is also a long-time, world class, volunteer entertainer. He has
agenda. So, it matters not at all how powerful he is. If we had a junior performed over 1,000 charity concerts for seniors and veterans. Why should voters choose you over the other
senator, we would have some influence over him and the new great and Dehne is not a lawyer. Dehne has never asked for nor accepted any pay candidates?
powerful party leader would be looking to buy his vote, instead of our for his crusade. We must invest in businesses that create jobs and independence from
senator buying other state’s votes at the expense of Nevadans. foreign oil. This is done by increasing Nevada’s privately owned land
What are the most important issues that you would and investing in clean energy. We must protect Nevada’s ranchers and
farmers. No pipelines sending agriculture water in the north to southern

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democratic ballot I will go after the 50 largest domestic companies and 50 largest global
We need courage and good ideas not more gridlock. “No” is not a policy companies to come to Nevada as ideal location for their corporate of-
Why should voters choose you over the other can- fices, manufacturing facilities, and warehouse and distribution centers
or a platform. When I swore to protect and defend with my life, I hoped didates?
for solutions not conflict. to create good paying jobs here.
I am the only candidate to offer plans of substance in the race — on the
I will work to expand tourism by working to have more direct interna-
economy, education and ethics. The other candidates in the governor’s
tional flights to Las Vegas, connect us with California by high speed
GOVERNOR race have only proposed more of the same — more cuts to our educa-
train, and bring winter Olympics to the Reno-Tahoe area. Also, I will
tion system and no vision for the long-term future of our state.
work on creating green sector jobs by making sure we become a leader
FREDERICK L. CONQUEST Nevada is at a crossroads and it’s the responsibility of those seeking
in renewable clean energy.
public office to lay out a clear, honest plan for Nevada and follow it with
Phone number: 702-366-6624 the detailed steps we need to take. I will continue to provide details of Please, visit my website for more details about my plans at www.
E-mail: [email protected] PaulForNevada.com.
Website: www.fredconquest.com how we move Nevada forward in education, economic development,
clean energy, and many other areas.
Explain your background and how I will continue traveling all over Nevada, talking with people about
this qualifies you for the position what’s going on in their workplaces, schools and neighborhoods. The
ROBERT S. RANDAZZO
you are seeking. conversations will continue. Nevada’s future is bright. It’s time for an Residence: Sparks
Dr. Fred Conquest is a professor of anthropology at the College of South- experienced, successful leader to take Nevada forward into the 21st Contact information: [email protected]
ern Nevada and has taught at the school since 1998. He has a century. Website: randazzofornevada.com
Ph.D in anthropology and in business administration. He has over 40
years of extensive business and management experience. Did not submit questionnaire
LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR
He worked for more than 10 years as a licensed commodity broker and
also in the insurance business as a licensed agent. He published a vari-
ety of investment newsletters and is CEO of his own investment-oriented
marketing and public relations firm.
ROBERT E. GOODMAN JESSICA SFERRAZZA
He moved to Nevada in 1997 and began teaching at the College of Place of residence: Las Vegas Residence: 316 California Ave.
Southern Nevada in 1998, for the simple reason, “I enjoy teaching col- Website: www.goodman4nevada.com Suite #3E, Reno, NV 89509
Telephone: 775-750-2776
lege more than working with investment bankers.” E-mail: [email protected]
His hobbies are reading non-fiction, baseball and fishing. Did not submit questionnaire
Explain your background and how
this qualifies you for the position
RORY REID PAUL MURAD you are seeking.
I am serving my third term on the Reno City Council.
Mailing address: 6100 Elton Ave., Suite 1000 Residence: Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV 809107 Telephone: 702-688-2715. I graduated from Sparks High School with honors. I am currently in the
Telephone: 1-877-Rory-2010 Email: [email protected] process of obtaining a certified public official program certificate from
On the Net: Rory2010.com Website: www.PaulForNevada.com the University of Nevada, Reno. I have completed courses towards a
Explain your background and how bachelor’s degree at Truckee Meadows Community College and the
this qualifies you for the position University of Nevada, Reno.
Explain your background and how
you are seeking. this qualifies you for the position you are seeking. President, Nevada League of Cities; board member of the Reno Housing
I am passionate about Nevada and its potential — but that potential is Authority; member of the Human Services Consortium, City of Reno;
Education: University of Tulsa – business degree in finance and interna-
being squandered without a vision for what Nevada could be, or a plan member, City of Reno Audit Committee; member of the Finance Com-
tional business from the University of Tulsa.
to get there. mittee for the Building Enterprise Fund; member of the Committee for
I serve on the Nevada Advisory Committee of the U.S. Global Leadership the Revitalization of Oliver/Montello Neighborhood; liaison: Afford-
I’ve been an attorney and successful business executive, and currently Coalition along with distinguished group of business, community, and able Housing Task Force; liaison: Youth City Council; liaison: Ward 3
lead the board of one of the largest and most complex county govern- political leaders in Northern and Southern Nevada. Neighborhood Advisory Board; liaison: Ward 4 Northeast Neighborhood
ments in the nation, providing services to more than 2 million residents. I’m the Founder of the Young Philanthropist Society of the United Way Advisory Board; liaison Four Steps to the Future
Clark County’s nearly $7 billion budget is almost as large as the state’s of Southern Nevada. Board member since 2009 for Environmental Media My colleagues from across the state elected me president of the Nevada
general fund. For seven years I have balanced the budget without raising Association, member of the steering committee for Global Green USA League of Cities.
taxes. I led the effort to crack down on lobbying, prevent conflicts of since 2008, and served on the foundation board of directors for Op-
interest, and eliminate gifts to elected officials. portunity Village in 2006-2009. Also a member of the Nevada Committee What are the most important issues that you would
In the past year I’ve met hardworking people who are leaving the state on Foreign Relations from 2002-2008, member of the board of directors address if elected?
because they’ve lost their job, or worry their kids don’t have access to a from 2004-2008. I am a lifelong Democrat and I’m running for lieutenant governor
quality education. I believe I can help change the situation. It’s a chal- because we need real leadership to turn Nevada’s economy around.
What are the most important issues that you would
lenge I welcome. With staggering unemployment and the highest foreclosure rate in the
address if elected?
country, we need to diversify our economy and bring new jobs to Nevada
What are the most important issues that you would I am running for lieutenant governor because I know what it takes to — now!
address if elected? start with nothing and make it on your own without relying on anyone’s
I serve as a Reno councilwoman and am quite proud of my record of
It’s clear renewing our commitment to education is the only way to at- money or connections. Many of you have had that experience or are
progressive achievement on the council. We have made great strides in
tract new jobs and rebuild our economy. having to start over due to the economic crises in our state. As a
creating jobs, protecting neighborhoods and the environment, fighting for
As governor, I’ll stand up to anyone who shortchanges education. I’ll Democrat and someone who has been blessed by being a Nevadan and
equal rights and diversifying our economy.
stand up to anyone who refuses to reform and strengthen our schools. an American, I am running to make sure all Nevadans are able to pursue
I’ll never give up on our schools, our children or Nevada’s future. their American dream! Why should voters choose you over the other
Lieutenant governor is like a chief development officer for the state, candidates?
That’s why I’ve introduced EDGE — Economic Development through
Great Education. It is designed to transform education in our state and presiding over the Economic Development and Tourism commissions. For The office of lieutenant governor is a natural extension of my public
outlines an entirely new approach. It gives freedom and responsibility more than 10 years I have done exactly that — business development service. My highest priorities are reflective of the mission of the office
directly to the schools, ensures standardized test scores aren’t the only and marketing for my own business and for multinational companies in — diversifying and stabilizing the state’s economy while promoting
measure of success, outlines steps to ensure world-class teachers lead Europe, Asia, and South America. tourism. I will bring my proven experience and Democratic sensibilities
every classroom, gives parents the power to choose the school that is to the job and I am fully prepared to hit the ground running.
Why should voters choose you over the other
right for their child and it ends classroom micromanagement by Carson candidates?
City.
As your next lieutenant governor, I will implement my 50-50 Plan where
There is nothing more important than tackling our challenges in educa-

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 IT’S A FACT
VOTERS COUNT
ON NEWSPAPERS
TO MAKE UP THEIR
MINDS ABOUT
CANDIDATES AND
ISSUES. Source: Newspaper Association of America

N ewspaper readers tend to be more educated, affluent and diverse. They

also tend to be more interested and involved in the affairs of their community
People try to avoid advertisements on TV and radio. This is not true
with newspapers. In fact, 52 percent say newspapers are where they go
and country. specifically to “check out” the ads. Ads in newspapers are a “destination, not a
Source: Mediamark Research Inc. distraction.”
Source: How America Shops & Spends MORI
Three out of four voters are regular newspaper readers — a higher percentage
than any other medium. Three out of four undecided voters regularly read newspapers. No other
Source: Moore Information survey of 800 voters medium makes the same impact on the decision of undecided voters before
election day.
Results from the Voters and the Media survey show that voters of all Source: Moore Information survey of 800 voters
demographic groups — age, ethnicity, income, education — and all three
major party alignments find political newspaper advertisements more Newspaper advertisements generate a response by encouraging people to
credible than in any other medium. Newspaper advertisements best portray vote. In the last presidential election, an astounding 9 out of 10 newspaper
credibility and believability. Newspapers are also an ideal medium for more readers voted. In the most recent midterm elections, when voter participation
in-depth “studied” issues. When important election issues can’t be adequately is traditionally lower, no less than 8 out of 10 newspaper readers cast a ballot.
addressed in a 30-minute TV spot, newspapers are the medium to turn to. Source: The Cromer Group/Moore Information national survey
Source: Moore Information survey of 800 voters

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