2020 Presidential Campaign Blog

Tulsi Gabbard Town Hall with Las Vegas Veterans on Saturday, May 11, 2019

Las Vegas Veterans Welcome Presidential Candidate Tulsi Gabbard

LAS VEGAS, NV — The Nevada Democratic Veterans and Military Families Caucus will host a town hall featuring Hawaii Congresswoman and presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard on Saturday, May 11th after she tours a local Veterans Village.

Tulsi is a Major in the Hawaii Army National Guard, a member of the House Armed Services Committee, and an outspoken critic of regime change wars and the new Cold War. She has been dedicated to VA reform and ensuring veterans receive the benefits and services they were promised and deserve.

Saturday, May 11th
11:00 am — 12:30 pm PST
Veterans Village #2
50 North 21st Street, Las Vegas

https://www.tulsi2020.com/a/meet-tulsi-las-vegas?

Pete Buttigieg Heads to Las Vegas, Nevada on Saturday, May 11, 2019

Pete Buttigieg Heads to Las Vegas, Nevada on Saturday, May 11, 2019

SOUTH BEND, IN - Tomorrow, Mayor Pete will travel to Las Vegas. He will join the Asian American Pacific Islander Democratic Caucus for their community dinner, and then deliver the keynote speech at the Human Rights Campaign Gala in the evening.

Saturday, May 11th

2:30 - 4:00 PM PT: Asian American Pacific Islander Democratic Caucus Community Dinner
• Location: Bropards Restaurant 3399 S Jones Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89146

5:00 - 9:00 PM PT: Human Rights Campaign Gala
• Location: Caesar’s Palace, 3750 South Las Vegas Blvd, Los Vegas, NV 89109

Kamala Harris to Return to Nevada on Thursday, May 16, 2019 *Updated

Kamala Harris to Return to Nevada on Thursday, May 16, 2019 *Updated

On Thursday, May 16, Senator Kamala Harris will return to Nevada to campaign in Las Vegas. She will attend a meet and greet with One APIA Nevada, a nonprofit organization that advocates for policies empowering Asian Pacific Islander Nevadans, and a meet and greet with leaders in the Latinx community. Harris will continue to highlight her proposal to increase the average pay for a Nevada teacher by $15,000 in order to fully close the pay gap between teachers and comparable professionals. She will also discuss her plan to take bold executive actions to combat gun violence if Congress fails to pass comprehensive gun safety legislation in her first 100 days in office.

Thursday, May 16

Meet & Greet with One APIA Nevada
When: 1:15 PM
Where: Orchid Vietnamese Restaurant, Shanghai Plaza
4266 Spring Mountain Road, Suite 106, Las Vegas, NV

Meet & Greet with Latinx Leaders
When: 4:15 PM
Where: Doña Maria Tamales Restaurant
910 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV

 

Joe Biden for President Announces Key Campaign Staff for Nevada

Joe Biden for President Announces Key Campaign Staff for Nevada

Today, Biden for President is announcing key staff hires for the campaign's efforts in Nevada, which will be led by Hilary Barrett, as State Director, who will oversee the day-to-day operations across the state.

"I am thrilled to be joining Vice President Biden’s campaign as State Director and I’m very excited to get to work with this incredible team,” said Barrett. “Nevada is going to play a crucial role in the Democratic nominating process and the plethora of diverse experience our new state staff brings to this campaign is going to be invaluable on our road ahead.”

Key Nevada Campaign Hires

Hilary Barrett - State Director
Hilary Barrett brings a wealth of Nevada experience to the Biden campaign, having served in multiple roles for the Nevada Democratic Party from 2015 to 2016, as the Deputy Political Director in Nevada for Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign, and as Director of Scheduling for Senator Catherine Cortez Masto. Hilary most recently served as the Director of Operations and Scheduling for John Chiang's campaign for governor of California, and as Campaign Manager for Joseph Kopser's targeted congressional campaign in Texas.

Jennifer Sosa - Organizing Director
Jennifer Sosa was most recently the Western Regional Field Director for the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee. She previously served as the Field Director of the California Democratic Party, and as the Campaign Manager and Field Director on numerous campaigns in California.

Lucia Nunez - Deputy Organizing Director
Lucia Nunez most recently served as the Field Director for Congressman Josh Harder's targeted congressional race in California. In 2016, Lucia was a Senior Field Organizer for Rep. Ami Bera’s successful Congressional campaign in California, and previously worked as a Research Associate for Brilliant Corners Research & Strategy.

Vedant Patel - Communications Director
Vedant Patel brings extensive communications experience throughout the western United States, most recently serving as the Communications Director for Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal of Washington and Congressman Mike Honda of California. From 2017 to 2018, Vedant served as the Director of AAPI Media and as a Regional Press Secretary for the Democratic National Committee.

Isabel Aldunate - Press Secretary
Isabel Aldunate most recently served as the Deputy National Press Secretary for United States Senator Chuck Schumer, and as the Deputy Press Secretary for Andrew Gillum's campaign for governor in Florida. Isabel has also served in communications roles with the Maryland Clean Energy Center, the Climate Action Campaign, and the American Council on Renewable Energy.

Joe Biden to Travel to Las Vegas, Nevada on Tuesday, May 7, 2019

Joe Biden to Travel to Las Vegas, Nevada on Tuesday, May 7, 2019

On Tuesday, May 7, Joe Biden will travel to Las Vegas, Nevada to meet with voters for a campaign stop.

The middle class has always been the greatest source of stability in our country and for far too long it has been under attack. In his remarks, Biden will lay out his vision for unifying the nation and rebuilding America’s middle class to ensure that everyone - regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability - is in on the deal.

Members of the public who wish to attend should register HERE. https://www.mobilize.us/joebiden/event/91903/

Details are subject to change

Tuesday, May 7

Campaign Stop in Las Vegas, Nevada

Where:

International Union of Painters and Allied Trades
Local 159
1701 Whitney Mesa Drive
Henderson, Nevada 89014

Eric Swalwell Returns to Nevada on Monday, May 6, 2019

ERIC SWALWELL RETURNS TO NEVADA MONDAY, MAY 6

DUBLIN, CA – 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Congressman Eric Swalwell will return to Nevada on Monday, May 6 to meet with the Washoe County Democrats.

• 6:00pmPT – Meet and Greet with the Democratic Party of Washoe County. 1465 Terminal Way, Reno, Nevada 89502

Swalwell, 38, is a fourth-term Member of Congress who serves on the House Intelligence and Judiciary committees; co-chairs the Democratic Steering and Policy Committee; and is founder and chairman emeritus of Future Forum, a group of House Democrats that listens to and acts upon the needs of millennial Americans.

This will be his second trip to Nevada since his April 8 announcement of candidacy, and the first to Washoe County.

Amy Klobuchar to Return to Nevada on Saturday, April 27, 2019

U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar to Return to Nevada
Klobuchar to Speak at SEIU/CAP National Forum On Wages And Working People, Host Meet and Greet in Henderson

Las Vegas, NV — On Saturday, April 27, U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar will make her second campaign visit to Nevada since announcing her candidacy for president. On Saturday morning, Klobuchar will give remarks at the National Forum on Wages and Working People: Creating an Economy that Works for All hosted by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and Center for American Progress (CAP) Action Fund.

On Saturday afternoon, Klobuchar will join Sun City Anthem Democrats for a meet and greet in Henderson, where she’ll talk with residents of the Sun City Anthem retirement community about her positive economic agenda and plan to reduce the cost of health care, including the rising costs of prescription drugs.

Senator Klobuchar’s schedule for April 27:

WHO: U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar
WHAT: Sen. Klobuchar to give remarks at SEIU and CAP Action’s National Forum on Wages and Working People: Creating an Economy that Works for All
WHEN: Saturday, April 27 at 10:45 a.m. PDT
WHERE: Enclave — 5810 S. Eastern Avenue Las Vegas, NV 89119

WHO: U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar
WHAT: Sen. Klobuchar to attend meet and greet hosted by Sun City Anthem Democratic Club
WHEN: Saturday, April 27 at 2:30 p.m. PDT
WHERE: Sun City Anthem, Delaware Room — 2450 Hampton Rd, Henderson, NV 89052

Julián Castro Travels to Nevada on April 26-27, 2019 *Updated

Julián Castro Travels to Nevada on April 26-27, 2019 *Updated

Secretary Castro to host Las Vegas house party and address the SEIU/CAPAF 2019 candidate forum

SAN ANTONIO, TX (April 24, 2019) – This Friday, April 26, and Saturday, April 27, presidential candidate and former U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary under President Obama and San Antonio Mayor, Julián Castro, will travel to Nevada for his fifth trip to the state since announcing his candidacy in January.

On Friday, Secretary Castro will meet with conservation leaders, Hispanic high school activists, the largest medical housestaff union in the United States, and attend a house party with local Democratic activists. On Saturday, Secretary Castro will deliver remarks at the "National Forum on Wages and Working People" hosted by the SEIU and Center for American Progress Action Fund (CAPAF).

In Nevada, Secretary Castro will highlight his support for an economy that works for every American and will outline his vision for a more inclusive and prosperous nation, one where every American can live up to the promise of their potential.

Friday, April 26, 2019

Roundtable with Conservation Leaders

WHAT: Discussion of environmental and conservation issues in Nevada

WHERE:
Nevada Conservation League
2275 Renaissance Dr., Suite A
Las Vegas, NV 89119

WHEN: Friday, April 26, 2019 *(TIME CHANGE) 12:30 pm PT - 1:15 pm PT*

WHO: Secretary Julián Castro and Nevada's environmental leaders. The Nevada Conservation League is the independent political voice of Nevada’s Conservation Community.

NEW EVENT: Community Homelessness Roundtable and Tour

WHAT: Community Homelessness Roundtable and Tour

WHERE:

Roundtable: Help of Southern Nevada
1640 E Flamingo Rd #100
Las Vegas, NV 89119

Tour begins: 370 E Harmon Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89169 (parking near Harbor Island Apartments)

WHEN: Friday, April 26, 2019 - 3:30-4:45 PM PT

WHO: Secretary Julián Castro and local homelessness advocates

Rancho High School Hispanic Student Union

WHAT: Remarks to and discussion with Hispanic high school students

WHERE:

Rancho High School
1900 E Searless, room 513
Las Vegas, NV 89101

WHEN: Friday, April 26, 2019 from 2:30-3:30 PM PT

WHO: Secretary Julián Castro and politically active high school students

Meet and Greet with SEIU Committee of Interns and Residents

WHAT: Meet and Greet with hospital union's Committee of Interns and Residents

WHERE:

Makers and Finders
1120 S Main St., #110,
Las Vegas, NV 89101

WHEN: Friday, April 26, 2019 from 6:00-7:30 PM PT (arrival at 6:30 PM)

WHO: Secretary Julián Castro will meet with the Committee of Interns and Residents (CIR), the largest housestaff union in the United States. CIR is a local of Service Employees International Union (SEIU), representing over 15,000 resident physicians and fellows who are dedicated to improving residency training and education, advancing patient care, and expanding healthcare access for our communities.

Las Vegas House Party

WHAT: Las Vegas House Party

WHERE:

1933 Hassett Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89104

WHEN: Friday, April 26, 2019 6:30-8:30 PM PT (arrival at 7:30 PM)

WHO: Secretary Julián Castro will attend a house party with local Democratic activists

Saturday, April 27, 2019

National Forum on Wages and Working People hosted by SEIU/CAPAF

WHAT: National Forum on Wages and Working People hosted by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and Center for American Progress Action Fund (CAPAF)

WHERE:

Enclave
5810 S. Eastern Ave.
Las Vegas, Nevada 89119

WHEN: Saturday, April 27, 2019 - Est. time of remarks 1:00 PM PT

WHO: Secretary Julián Castro will provide remarks and answer questions at the 'National Forum on Wages and Working People: Creating an Economy that Works for All' hosted by the Service Employees International Union and the Center for American Progress Action Fund.

Former Clark County (NV) Dems Chair Chris Miller Endorses Kamala Harris for President

Former Clark County (NV) Dems Chair Chris Miller Endorses Kamala Harris for President
Miller to Host CNN Town Hall Watch Party in Las Vegas

Today, Chris Miller, former Chair of the Clark County, Nevada, Democratic Party, is endorsing Kamala Harris for President. Miller will host a watch party during the Senator’s CNN Town Hall tonight, April 22, where he will lay out why he’s supporting Harris for president.

“I support Senator Kamala Harris for President because she has a deep understanding of America’s strengths and our challenges,” Miller said. “Through her support for America's middle class, fighting for civil rights, equality, criminal justice reform and holding those in power accountable, Senator Harris is the fighter America needs to move our country in a new direction.”

In 2011, Miller made history as the first openly gay Chairman elected to a full, 2-year term of the Clark County Democratic Party. During his three terms in office, Miller and his team were successful in growing the Democratic Party in Southern Nevada - increasing voter registration numbers, reelecting President Obama in 2012 and working towards Nevada’s sweeping Democratic Party victories in 2016.

“I’m extremely proud to have Chris’s endorsement in this race,” Harris said. “I am committed to building a coalition that reflects the diversity of this nation and working together on policies that move our country forward. As I make my way around the Silver State, I look forward to talking to Nevadans about our fight for higher teacher pay, common sense gun safety reform and access to affordable health care.”

Tonight, Miller will host a watch party with supporters for Harris’ CNN Town Hall at 9328 Peace Pipe Ct, Las Vegas, NV, at 6:30PM. The watch party is open to the public.

Miller joins Nevada State Senator Pat Spearman in endorsing Harris in the Democratic presidential primary. Nevada will hold their caucus contests on Tuesday, February 23, the third state in the 2020 primary schedule.

Beto O’Rourke Returns for Two Days of Grassroots Events Across Nevada on April 25-26, 2019

Beto O’Rourke Returns for Two Days of Grassroots Events Across the State

Beto O’Rourke will return to Nevada on Thursday for his second trip to the state since announcing his candidacy for President of the United States in March. His two-day visit to the Silver State will include events in Reno, Carson City, Henderson, and Las Vegas.

Last month, O'Rourke made his first trip to Nevada for a two-day visit to attend house parties, meet and greets, and labor roundtables in communities throughout the Las Vegas area. O'Rourke has held more than 103 events with voters in Iowa, Wisconsin, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, New Hampshire, Texas, New York and the District of Columbia.

April 14th marked the end of O’Rourke’s historic first month as a candidate. Since announcing his bid for the White House, O’Rourke has personally driven 4,044 miles as his grassroots campaign has criss-crossed the United States to meet with, learn from, and listen to tens of thousands of Americans in 81 cities where he answered 594 questions from voters.

THURSDAY, APRIL 25, 2019

10:00 a.m. PT
UNR Young Democrats Town Hall
Bibo Coffee Company
945 Record Street Reno, NV 89512

1:30 p.m. PT
Carson City Democrats Town Hall
Gather Restaurant
402 N. Carson St. Carson City, NV 89701

FRIDAY, APRIL 26, 2019

11:30 a.m. PT
UNLV Young Democrats Town Hall
Greenspun Urban Affairs Building: Courtyard
4609-, 4725 S Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89119

4:30 p.m. PT
Local Brews, National Views, hosted by the Nevada State Democratic Party
Lovelady Brewing
20 S. Water Street Henderson, NV 89015