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Big pharma, big bucks: Analyzing how (and why) the industry donates to Nevada politicians

Pharmaceutical companies gave more than $7.5 million to politicians and PACs since 2017. Republicans received more than Democrats, but access to politicians drives spending more than policy agendas.

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Follow the Money: A guide to who gave money to state lawmakers

During the 2022 election cycle, Nevada lawmakers raised a record $13 million through thousands of big-money contributions (those greater than $200) from a variety of groups and entities including unions, real estate developers, major companies and lawyers.

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