An open letter to Nevadans | Joe Lombardo My fellow Nevadans, When I took office nearly four years ago, Nevada was facing some serious challenges. Our economy was still struggling to recover from the pandemic. Too many small businesses had closed their doors, families were struggling to make ends meet, our schools were falling behind, and crime was moving in the wrong direction. I knew we had our work cut out for us. But I also knew what Nevada was capable of, and I believed that with common sense, hard work and the right leadership, we could get our state back on track. Today, I'm proud of how far we've come — but I also know that we’re not finished yet. Our economy is stronger than it was four years ago. Nevada now leads the nation in post-pandemic small business recovery, wage growth and job growth. We've created more than 100,000 jobs, attracted billions in private investment and brought unemployment to its lowest level since February 2020. We've also eliminated more than 900 unnecessary regulations and reduced taxes on thousands of small businesses. That progress didn't happen by accident. We made Nevada a place where businesses can succeed, workers can get ahead, and families can build a better future. We've made real progress in education, too. When I took office, our schools were struggling with declining student performance, school safety, chronic absenteeism and teacher shortages. We responded with a historic $2 billion investment in education, increased teacher pay, expanded school choice and brought accountability and safety back into our classrooms. Today, student literacy and graduation rates are improving. We have 73% more five-star schools and 39% fewer one-star schools, and teacher vacancies have fallen by 80%. Our schools are safer, too, with bullying down 14%, cyberbullying down 20% and student suspensions down 17%. There's still work to do, but our students are making progress, and we're moving in the right direction. As a former sheriff, public safety will always be personal to me. When I became governor, Nevada families were rightfully concerned about rising crime and the safety of their neighborhoods. I promised to stand with law enforcement, hold criminals accountable and make our communities safer. We passed the Crime Reduction Act and the Safe Streets and Neighborhoods Act, strengthened penalties for dangerous criminals and gave law enforcement more tools to do their jobs. Since 2022, both violent crime and property crime have fallen by 16% statewide. I spent nearly three decades in law enforcement, and I've stood face to face with crime victims during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. Those experiences have stayed with me, and they're why I've always believed our justice system must put victims before criminals. Violent offenders belong behind bars, and Nevada families deserve a governor who will never waver in protecting them. We've also taken meaningful steps to address some of Nevada's biggest challenges. We passed historic housing legislation to invest in affordable and attainable housing, help more Nevadans achieve homeownership, and increase our housing supply. We've worked to expand access to healthcare, strengthen our rural hospitals, invest in mental health services and train more doctors right here in Nevada. These are challenges that won't be solved overnight, but we've laid the groundwork for lasting progress. Through it all, I've remained committed to something I believe is fundamental to good government: balance. For four years, I've been the only thing standing between Nevada families and single-party control of our state government. I don't believe either political party should have unchecked power, and I don't believe good ideas belong exclusively to Republicans or Democrats. That's why I've worked across the aisle and signed thousands of bipartisan bills into law. I've never cared who gets the credit. I care about getting results. But bipartisanship doesn't mean agreeing with everything that comes across my desk. I've never been afraid to say no to legislation that would hurt Nevada families, burden our businesses, or undermine public safety. And I've stood firm against California-style policies that would raise the cost of everyday necessities like gas and groceries, increase taxes and give government more control over our lives. I believe that's what Nevadans elected me to do: work together where we can, stand firm where we must, and always put Nevada first. Before I was governor, I spent decades in law enforcement, protecting and serving the people of this state. That commitment to public service has guided me throughout my career, and it continues to guide every decision I make as governor. I also want to thank my wife, Donna, for her unwavering love and support. She's served as First Lady with grace, compassion and a genuine heart for Nevada families. I'm incredibly proud of her, and I couldn't do this without her. Serving as your governor has been the honor of my life. I'm proud of what we've accomplished together, but I know our work isn't finished. We have more to do to make life affordable, improve our schools, keep our communities safe and ensure every Nevadan has the opportunity to succeed. Four years ago, I asked you to put your trust in me. I've worked every day to earn it. Today, I'm humbly asking for your vote and the opportunity to continue serving you for another four years. Joe Lombardo is the 31st governor of Nevada and is running for re-election in 2026.

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Democrat Clark County District Attorney Steve Wolfson supports Joe Lombardo.

A vote for Joe is a vote for Educators!🗳️ Early voting is happening now. The last day for early, in-person voting is October 30. Election Day is November 3.

CCEA is proud to endorse Alex Pereszlenyi for Assembly District 29. We look forward to working together to improve public education in Nevada in the 2027 Legislative Session.

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Here is CCEA's official Voter Card for the 2026 General Election!

CCEA members: Today is the deadline to submit documentation for Contact Units (CUs) accrued through August 31. ⏰ Submit your documentation in CCSD ELMS by October 1. ⚠️ Submissions timestamped October 2 or later will not count toward column advancement for the 2026–2027 contract year.

CCEA is proud to endorse Cameron "CH" Miller for Assembly District 7. We look forward with him in the upcoming 2027 Legislative Session to improve public education in Nevada.

CCEA proudly endorses Esmeralda Villeda for North Las Vegas City Council, Ward 1. We look forward to working with her as a city council member to make positive changes for students in North Las Vegas.

Congratulations, Connie Johnson! 🎉 CCEA is proud to celebrate our member, Connie, for being named a Nevada Early Educator of the Year! 🏆 As a Pre-K educator at Clarence Piggott Academy of International Studies, Connie helps build the foundation for our youngest learners—and we’re thrilled to see her dedication and impact recognized statewide. 👏 Help us congratulate Connie on this well-deserved honor!

Thank you @JosephMLombardo for providing emergency funding to protect the educators and students in Clark County! This 120-day order makes clear that we need a permanent and sustainable funding solution for public education. We look forward to working with the Governor and Legislators in the 2027 Legislative Session to create security for Nevada's students and educators.

Congratulations to our very own CCEA member and Valley High School educator, Brooke Wheatley, on being named the 2027 Nevada State Teacher of the Year! 🎉🍎 Your dedication and impact on students at Valley High School and across CCSD make us proud. Thank you for everything you do!

CCEA proudly endorses Blayne Osborn for Assembly District 39 and Julie Butler for Assembly District 40. We look forward to a productive session and improving public education for the state. @JulieforNevada @BlayneOsborn

CCEA is endorsing both Maria Thompson and Melanie Scheible for Senate District 9. Thank you for your commitment to improving public education in Nevada! @MelanieScheible @Maria4Nevada

We are proud to endorse Miguel Dávila, Alexis Esparza, Ryan Hampton, and Joe Spica. We look forward to working together in the upcoming 2027 Legislative Session to improve public schools in Nevada! @RyanForRecovery @JoeSpicaAD35