Indy Elections is a newsletter from The Nevada Independent that covers the 2024 elections, from the White House race to the Legislature bid. In today’s edition, the focus is on the uncertainty among Nevada Latinos about the presidential candidate they will support, with 34 percent still undecided. Additionally, federal campaign records show donations made by U.S. Republican Senate candidate Sam Brown to a crisis pregnancy center. It’s worth noting that baseball player Nick Castellanos continues his streak of hitting home runs.
The recent shift from Joe Biden to Kamala Harris as the Democratic presidential candidate has brought new energy to the campaign. The transition has resulted in more enthusiasm and volunteers, with over 600 new volunteers recruited in a day, including spontaneous walk-ins at campaign offices. The hope is that Harris can attract voters of color and young voters to secure Nevada for Democrats in the upcoming election.
The polling data from TelevisaUnivision reveals that many Nevada Latino voters are undecided about their presidential vote. While 33 percent support Biden and 30 percent support Trump, over 60 percent feel they lack sufficient information about the candidates. Issues like the cost of living, affordable housing, and the economy are top concerns for Latino voters. In the U.S. Senate race, incumbent Sen. Jacky Rosen leads among Latino voters, but a significant 49 percent remain undecided.
In campaign ad spending, nonpartisan candidate Greg Kidd emphasizes his independence from major parties and focuses on keeping Northern Nevada “free, fair, and wild.” The top ad spenders in the U.S. Senate race include WinSenate, One Nation, Majority Forward, and Rosen for NV Senate. Additionally, a Spanish-language Get Out to Vote video aims to increase Hispanic voter turnout.
Looking ahead, the Democratic National Convention is set to begin on August 19, where delegates will select the party’s nominee. Nevada delegates, previously pledged to Biden, have the freedom to support any qualified candidate. State law requires major political parties to submit their presidential and vice-presidential candidates’ names to the secretary of state by September 3.
As we move forward, the focus remains on the shifting dynamics of the 2024 elections, particularly in Nevada. The uncertainty among Latino voters, the impact of campaign ad spending, and the influence of key issues like the economy and housing will continue to shape the race. Stay tuned for more updates and analysis on Indy Elections.
