Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor Sandra Jauregui is drawing a sharp contrast with incumbent Republican Stavros Anthony, arguing the office has been neglected while Anthony pursues what she calls a divisive culture-war issue. Jauregui spoke to reporters Wednesday, the day after the primary election.
Jauregui criticized Anthony for engaging in what she described as an ideological hunt for transgender athletes instead of focusing on tourism, a major part of the lieutenant governor's portfolio. She characterized the effort as a solution in search of a problem with scant evidence in Nevada, and noted that state ethics officials concluded Anthony violated the law while pursuing it.
The Assemblywoman and Senate Majority Leader pointed to her decade in the Legislature as proof she can solve problems affecting Nevada families. Her record includes helping pass a historic $2.6 billion investment in public education with $250 million for teacher salaries, working to reduce insulin costs, championing housing reforms, and advancing Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo's $133 million attainable housing package in 2025.
Jauregui said her history demonstrates an ability to work across party lines when it benefits Nevadans. She pledged to return the lieutenant governor's office to promoting the state, strengthening its economy, and solving real problems for residents.
Sources: Las Vegas Sun
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