Across the Aisle | Southern Nevada Candidate Forum (March 4, 2026)

Описание: Across the Aisle is a civic forum hosted by the Gen Z Coalition of Las Vegas (GZLV) to bring together candidates, community leaders, and voters for substantive discussion about issues affecting Southern Nevada.

This forum was held on March 4, 2026 and moderated by Marlon A. Medina.

Participating candidates and speakers included:

• Jim Blockey — Republican candidate, U.S. Congress (NV-01)
• Tighe Galvin — Libertarian candidate, Nevada Assembly District 21
• J E Houston II — Independent candidate, U.S. Congress (NV-01)
• Rafael Arroyo — Republican candidate, Nevada Senate District 12
• Steven Borella — Libertarian candidate, Clark County Recorder
• Drew Teitelbaum — Republican candidate, Nevada Assembly District 2
• Zackaraih Lysaght — Libertarian candidate, Nevada Assembly District 19
• Joseph Charafi — Republican candidate, Nevada Assembly District 8
• Gage Beck — Republican candidate, Nevada Assembly District 13

Topics discussed included:

• Responsible leadership and rebuilding trust with younger voters
• Immigration policy and the rule of law
• Human trafficking and public safety in Nevada
• Energy policy and state monopolies
• Affordability and Nevada’s economy
• Data privacy, AI, and government transparency
• Why young voters should engage in Nevada politics

Across the Aisle was created to give voters — especially younger voters — the opportunity to hear directly from candidates in a structured, equal-time environment focused on ideas rather than endorsements.

Invitations were extended to candidates across the political spectrum. Future forums will continue working to ensure broader participation from all parties and perspectives.

If you are a candidate, civic leader, or organization interested in participating in future forums, contact:

[email protected]

Gen Z Coalition of Las Vegas