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"Half a million people in Nevada rely on that to feed their babies."
- Helen Foley, President, Foley Public Affairs, warns the ongoing federal shutdown could halt food stamp assistance, creating a crisis for families across the state and straining Nevada’s ability to provide essential services. - Friday, November 7, 2025.
"These are underworld poker games."
- Geoff Schumacher, VP, Exhibits and Programs, The Mob Museum, explains that recent federal indictments exposed mob-linked poker operations using technology such as X-ray tables, marked cards, and rigged shuffling machines to cheat wealthy players out of millions of dollars in private games. - Thursday, November 6, 2025.
"I think it’s a mess. I don’t think it’s good for our state. I call it a big boondoggle."
- Sig Rogich, President Rogich Communications, opposes the proposed film tax credit package, calling it a mistake for Nevada that would not create lasting jobs. - Wednesday, November 5, 2025.
"Negativity is the most powerful motivating force."
- Kalani Tissot, Fundraising Consultant, says negative messaging drives voter action more effectively than positive appeals. He adds that while urgency and competitiveness is vital in political fundraising, he avoids over-the-top “house is on fire” tactics used by some national firms. - Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
"Homelessness is still on the rise here, however, as a community, we have potential solutions."
- Sara Ramirez, CEO, Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada, explains collaboration between nonprofits and local governments is critical to identifying service gaps and strengthening the region’s safety net. - Friday, October 31, 2025.
"Health care and investing in children should not be partisan issues."
- Elisa Cafferata, Executive Director, Children’s Advocacy Alliance says political divisions shouldn’t stand in the way of supporting children’s health and well-being, adding that the U.S. could learn from international models that make care more affordable and accessible. - Thursday, October 30, 2025.
"If you can visualize it, you can have it."
- Reflecting on TRI’s ups and downs, Lance Gilman, Former Storey County Commissioner/Nashville Recording Star, urges entrepreneurs to commit fully and work daily toward a clear vision. - Wednesday, October 29, 2025.
"These are people that we trust and we love and have known."
- Mackenzie Warren Kay, Attorney, Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck, says the impacts of mass deportations are becoming personal for many families, noting that immigration policies are affecting neighbors, coworkers, and longtime community members in Nevada. - Tuesday, October 28, 2025.
"Our budget is so directly impacted by what’s happening with tourism."
- Mike Draper, Partner, Argentum Partners, explains that because Nevada’s economy remains heavily tied to gaming and travel revenues, even brief slowdowns can have ripple effects. He adds that while Las Vegas is resilient and innovative, the state must stay attentive to fluctuations in tourism. - Friday, October 24, 2025.
"They play the long game, and we play the short term."
- Congresswoman Dina Titus CD 1 says China’s generational approach to global strategy puts the U.S. at a disadvantage, noting that tariff policies have hurt American farmers while benefiting competitors like Argentina. - Thursday, October 23, 2025.
"Reno is a place that people want to be."
- Devon Reese, Reno City Councilman, Ward 5 says major new investments—from billion-dollar resort projects to proposed entertainment districts—show confidence in Reno’s future growth. He explains that the next 10 years are going to be really transformational to Reno. - Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
"The hybrid market is hot. That’s what consumers want."
- Andrew MacKay, Executive Director, Nevada Franchised Auto Dealers Association, says hybrid models give drivers the best of both worlds, combining performance and efficiency while eliminating range anxiety. He adds that Toyota’s decision to stay focused on hybrids—while other automakers rushed toward all-electric—has proven correct. - Tuesday, October 21, 2025.
"He wants this to be a jobs bill, but I want it to be a sustainable jobs bill, and there's a difference there."
- Dr. Robin Titus, State Senate Minority Leader (R), District 17, says while Governor Lombardo sees the proposal as a way to create jobs, she believes Nevada’s investments should focus on sustainable industries rather than film tax incentives. - Friday, October 17, 2025.
"This is trying to establish a standard that’s recognized for auditing and actual full transparency."
- Clara Andriola, Washoe County Commissioner, District 4, says the goal of applying globally recognized Center for Internet Security controls is to bolster trust in local elections. - Thursday, October 16, 2025.
"I have full trust and transparency in our voting system."
- Andrew McDonald, Washoe County Registrar of Voters, says he has complete confidence in the county’s election processes and the Dominion voting system used in Nevada. - Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
"All we’re saying is, you knew what you were doing. Just help take care of us and our families."
- Dave Crete, Chairman, The Invisible Enemy, says service members who worked at the Nevada Test and Training Range were knowingly exposed to contamination and deserve medical care for resulting illnesses. He earlier explains that because the government classifies the areas where they served, veterans who worked on the range are unable to prove their exposure or access benefits they would otherwise qualify for. - Tuesday, October 14, 2025.
