Let’s be honest. Nevada could use more fighters in the state legislature. Real conservatives who don’t compromise on principles. Leaders who stand up for freedom even when it costs them politically.
That’s why we need Annie Black back in the Assembly.
Who Is Annie Black?
Annie Black served in the Nevada Assembly representing District 19. She was a true conservative voice in Carson City. But in 2022, she decided to run for Congress instead of seeking reelection to the Assembly.
That congressional race didn’t work out. But her absence from the state legislature has been felt. Nevada needs her back where she can make a real difference for everyday Nevadans.
Speaking of District 19, that seat just opened up. Toby Yurek left the Assembly to join Governor Lombardo’s team. Assembly Minority Leader Greg Hafen recommended Jason Patchett to fill the vacancy temporarily.
A Fighter Who Doesn’t Back Down
Annie Black isn’t a politician who goes along to get along. She’s a fighter.
Remember the mask mandates?
While other lawmakers quietly went along with COVID restrictions, Annie Black protested them publicly.
In May 2021, the Assembly censured her for refusing to wear a mask on the floor. They stripped her of her ability to vote or speak.
But she didn’t back down. She stayed at her desk, maskless, standing on principle.
That takes guts. Most politicians talk about freedom. Annie Black was willing to fight for it, even when it meant standing alone. Even when it cost her the right to vote.
She also refused to join the Republican caucus in the Assembly. She wasn’t interested in taking orders from party bosses. She voted her conscience and her principles.
A Track Record of Conservative Action
Annie Black didn’t just talk conservative. She introduced real conservative legislation.
She sponsored Assembly Concurrent Resolution 2 to terminate Governor Sisolak’s COVID-19 emergency declaration. While other lawmakers went along with endless emergency powers, Annie Black tried to end them.
She introduced Assembly Bill 232 to create a Legislative Committee on the Reduction of Nonessential State Expenditures. She wanted to actually cut government spending, not just talk about it.
She sponsored Assembly Bill 120 to exempt small businesses with low revenue from state business license requirements. She understood that small businesses need relief from government red tape.
She backed Assembly Bill 185 to eliminate scheduled increases in the minimum wage. While Democrats pushed mandates that hurt small businesses, Annie fought for economic freedom.
She introduced Assembly Bill 239 on enforcement of federal immigration laws. She stood up for the rule of law when it came to illegal immigration.
Most of these bills didn’t pass. Democrats controlled both houses. But Annie Black introduced them anyway. She fought anyway. She made Democrats go on record voting against conservative values.
She also signed the Taxpayer Protection Pledge and kept her promise to oppose tax increases. She fought for school choice and parental rights. She’s a strong Second Amendment supporter.
Why It Matters
Democrats control both houses of the legislature. They’ll keep pushing their agenda. They’ll keep introducing bills that expand government and limit freedom.
Governor Lombardo can veto some of those bills. But he can’t fight every battle alone. He needs allies in the legislature. Strong conservatives who will stand with him. Who will kill bad bills in committee. Who will speak out against government overreach.
That’s why we need proven fighters like Annie Black back in Carson City. Her congressional run didn’t work out, but that means she’s available to return to the state legislature where Nevada desperately needs her voice.
What the Establishment Fears
The political establishment doesn’t like Annie Black. Not the Democrats, obviously. But also not the Republican establishment that cares more about keeping their positions than keeping their promises.
Why? Because she can’t be controlled. She refused to join their caucus. She protested their mask mandates even when they censured her for it. She introduced bills to cut spending and limit government even when everyone knew they wouldn’t pass.
That makes her dangerous to people who benefit from the way things are. It makes her exactly the kind of representative taxpayers need.
The Opposition Will Be Fierce
If Annie Black runs for the Assembly, her opponents will attack her hard. They’ll call her extreme. They’ll say she’s too conservative. They’ll bring up the censure. They’ll probably bring up her congressional race and say she’s a loser.
What they really mean is she won’t compromise on principles. She won’t trade her vote for political favors. She won’t play the game the way they want it played.
That’s not a weakness. That’s exactly what we need.
What You Can Do
If Annie Black decides to run for the Assembly, support her. Donate to her campaign. Put a sign in your yard. Tell your neighbors why she matters.
Talk about her record. Remind people she stood up to mask mandates when others stayed silent. She got censured and kept fighting. Share the conservative bills she introduced to cut spending, limit government, and protect freedom.
Nevada doesn’t need more politicians who blend in. We need leaders who stand out. Leaders who remember they work for us, not for special interests or party bosses.
We need representatives who will fight for conservative principles even when it’s hard. Especially when it’s hard. Even when it costs them.
We need Annie Black back in Carson City.
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