Clark County, NV –
March 24, 2024 –
Veterans In Politics International (VIPI), Armed Forces Chamber PAC, Nevada Veterans Association, and Nevada Democratic Veterans And Military Families Caucus have joined forces, marking a significant milestone in veteran-led political engagement.
The joint endorsement process unfolded on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, from 1145 to 1700, The Foreign Exchange, at 200 Hover Avenue Ste:150, Las Vegas, NV 89101. The event was open to the general public, allowing community members to witness the democratic process.
Additionally, the interviews were streamed live on Facebook, allowing a broader audience to engage with the proceedings.
Bob Coffin, former Las Vegas City Councilman Ward 3, was the event moderator. A diverse array of political candidates actively participated in the interview process, demonstrating their dedication to public service. The individuals who emerged from this rigorous evaluation process received unanimous endorsements from the collaborating organizations.
The endorsed candidates encompass a broad spectrum of roles within each municipality, reflecting the comprehensive nature of the endorsement process.
They include video links to the interview process:
Boulder City Council
Sherri Jorgensen, Councilwoman
Click or copy the link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7TTP6WESzGg&t=692s
Henderson City Council Ward 1
Jason Porter
Click or copy the link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jjvO_CWeMCc&t=803s
North Las Vegas Council Ward 2
Robert Taylor
Click or copy the link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=atM1OsPUC0c&t=655s
Las Vegas Council Ward 1
Brian Knudsen, Councilman
Click or copy the link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=noU5ZRz6TZI&t=586s
Las Vegas Council Ward 3
Olivia Diaz, Councilwoman
Click or copy the link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=edef8IUg1jU&t=503s
Las Vegas Council Ward 5
Shondra Summers-Armstrong, Assemblywoman
Click or copy the link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FQDLdft8-Aw&t=580s
Las Vegas Mayor
Shelley Berkley
Click or copy the link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eUOQgOI2aSU&t=1492s
Steve Sanson, President of Veterans In Politics International, highlighted the significance of this collaboration, stating, “This collaboration with all the veterans groups that have the power to endorse should be a wake-up call. We are saying who we would like to represent us in one voice.”
Patsy Brown, JD., President of Armed Forces Chamber PAC, commented on the historic collaboration, stating, “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. The event reminded us of our collective duty to advocate for justice and ensure it reaches every corner of society.”
Mikey Kelley, President of Nevada Democratic Veterans And Military Families Caucus, radiated with pride and commented, “This collaboration between Nevada’s leading Veterans Political Organizations is a first step to achieving success for the more than 300,000 Veterans in Nevada, and this is something to be proud of and will continue in the future.”
This unified effort signifies a powerful demonstration of veterans and military families coming together to play a crucial role in shaping the political landscape in Nevada. The joint endorsements reflect a collective voice, providing voters with an explicit and informed perspective on candidates who align with the values and priorities of the veteran community. The event’s openness to the public and live streaming on Facebook further exemplify a commitment to transparency and inclusive civic participation.
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For media inquiries, please contact:
Armed Forces Chamber
Phone: (702) 518-8847
Website: www.ArmedForcesChamber.com
Email: info@ArmedForcesChamber.com
