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Ira Hansen

OPINION: Here's how partisan primary voters are controlling your local elections

The fact that small numbers of primary election voters are now deciding who will serve in various elected positions in Nevada is not surprising. Arguably, it's by design.

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Sen. Ira Hansen (R-Sparks) speaking.

OPINION: It's over in Carson City — now go enjoy our state

Go visit some ghost town along a lonely Nevada roadway, explore the nearly infinite expanse of mountain ranges winding their way through our backyard or simply step out under the neon lights and enjoy the entertainment options that have made our state famous.