In Nevada, families want safe streets, responsible budgets, and freedom to make their own choices.
But the campaign of Aaron Ford, the state attorney general now running for governor, raises serious red flags for those priorities.
A probe by the Washington Examiner highlights how Ford has aligned himself closely with high-profile progressive figures – and how that might hurt everyday Nevadans.
Progressive Partners, Risky Agenda
Ford has appeared alongside Ben Crump and Letitia James – both known for pushing broad claims of systemic racism, strong diversity-equity-inclusion (DEI) policies, and other left-wing causes.
The Examiner reports that Crump even held a fundraiser for Ford in September. Ford also spoke at a conference with Crump about “the State of Democracy.”
Why does that matter?
Because Nevada is a swing state. Voters here want common-sense solutions – not ideology that may tilt the playing field against law-abiding citizens.
Ford’s association with figures who question our justice institutions risks alienating moderate voters, especially when public safety and accountability should be top priorities.
Law & Order vs. Political Performance
Ford has publicly defended DEI initiatives and told audiences that even when it’s “counter to political expediency,” he won’t back down.
In plain terms, that means he is choosing to side with identity-focused policies instead of sticking to the basics: making sure Nevada families are safe, schools are strong, and budgets are under control.
The challenge: Nevada voters did not send him to office just to become a poster child for national activist movements. They sent him to enforce the law, protect taxpayers, and guard liberty.
When an attorney general spends more time with celebrity progressive causes than staying rooted in Nevada’s priorities, that’s a sign.
Blue Team Strategy in a Purple State
Ford is betting that embracing left-leaning networks will help him flip the governor’s seat.
According to polling cited by the Examiner, Ford trails incumbent Joe Lombardo 40 % to 37 %, with 23 % undecided.
Nevada is purple, having supported President Donald Trump in 2024, but also sent Democrats to the Governor’s office in years past. Voters here don’t always go full progressive – they go practical.
Ford is banking that the “olive branch” to progressive factions will carry him through. But the risk is high.
When you align with ideologues who push radical reform of law enforcement or the justice system, you may lose the middle of the electorate.
Families in Clark County and beyond want secure jobs, secure neighborhoods, and freedom from overreach – not experiments.
What Critics Say — and What Voters Should Ask
Supporters of Ford will say he is reaching out to new constituencies, addressing racial justice, and tapping into movements that matter.
That may be true. But choosing the right path for Nevada means putting the welfare of all Nevadans – not just one interest group – first.
Now is the time for voters to ask Ford: If you believe U.S. institutions are systemically racist, will you reform law enforcement or eviscerate it?
If you support DEI initiatives, how will you ensure budgets don’t balloon and core functions get ignored?
If you’re friendly with Crump, James, Sharpton, will you make Nevada safe – really safe – or just politically correct?
Nevada Deserves More Than a National Tour
Ford’s statewide travels and attention to national progressive figures matter.
A Las Vegas Review-Journal report noted he spent about one-third of 2024 out of state.
Meanwhile, Nevada families wait for results. If the next governor isn’t grounded here, that could leave local issues under-addressed.
At the end of the day, Nevadans aren’t looking for flash. They’re looking for substance.
They’re looking for leaders who respect taxpayers, defend freedom, keep law and order, and deliver results – not stage photo-ops with celebrity agitators.
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