economic justice Archives

January 20, 2020020

From the Archives: Martin Luther King, Jr., His Legacy, and Why This Holiday Matters

“There comes a time when one must take a position that is neither safe, nor politic, nor popular, but he must take it because conscience tells him it

December 11, 20190497

At Culinary Union Town Hall, Joe Biden Unveils His Immigration Plan and Explains What His “Basic Bargain” Means for Nevada

After the fizzle comes the sizzle? Following a difficult summer, former Vice President Joe Biden seems to be back on the up-and-up, especially here in

December 10, 20190434

At Culinary Union Town Hall, Bernie Sanders Praises Workers for “Standing Together” and Calls for More Solidarity to Achieve Greater Justice

Just over two months ago, U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vermont) suffered a heart attack and faced an outgrowth of “concern” about his “ability to co

December 9, 20190448

Elizabeth Warren Declares “2020 Is Our Chance to Fight Back” at Culinary Union Town Hall

When we last saw her here in Nevada, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Massachusetts) was flying high in the polls: So high, in fact, that some pundits

December 4, 20190447

Health Care 101: What My Family’s Current Health Scare Has Taught Me Thus Far

I know I’ve been silent for a while, but I think now’s the right time to speak. As most of you already know, these last few months haven’t been the ea

November 12, 20190332

Bring This Home: A Closer Look at the Big Picture Behind Las Vegas’ Controversial Homeless Ordinance

Last week, the Las Vegas City Council garnered national attention for an ordinance establishing more of a “tough on crime” approach to homeless encamp

October 23, 20190782

“Lead with Our Values”: Pete Buttigieg Speaks with Retired Union Workers During His Latest Nevada Visit

At last week’s Democratic Debate, South Bend, Indiana, Mayor Pete Buttigieg finally turned in a performance that attracted a whole lot of buzz. There’

October 9, 20190364

Rep. Susie Lee Holds Community Discussion on Prescription Drug Costs (and More)

Yesterday, we took a closer look at where the 2020 presidential candidates stand on universal health care. Today we’re taking a moment to remember tha

October 3, 20190464

“Dude Gotta Go”: Kamala Harris Tries a New Twist on “Electability” While Campaigning in Las Vegas

Last Friday, former Vice President Joe Biden finished off a rocky week with a raucous rally in the “First in the West” caucus state. Last night, U.S.

August 4, 20190429

“It Is Time for Us to Think Big, Not Small”: Bernie Sanders Holds a Town Hall in North Las Vegas to Talk Gun Violence, Education, Health Care, and More

A day after the AFSCME Public Service Forum, and just hours after back-to-back mass shooting attacks in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio, U.S. Senator