The NPR Politics Podcast In Nevada, Cost Of Living And Immigration Are Key Issues
Oct 30, 2024
Lucia Starbuck, a KUNR reporter based in Reno, provides keen insights into Nevada's political landscape. She discusses the state's unique blend of nonpartisan voters and the impact of urban-rural divides. The conversation highlights how COVID-19 has reshaped economic dynamics, particularly in the hospitality sector. Starbuck also delves into the critical role of unions in mobilizing voters and how immigration issues resonate within Nevada's Latino community, reflecting a range of generational and socio-economic perspectives.
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Nevada Voters
- Nevada's demographics are diverse, including Latino, Asian American, African American, and Indigenous populations.
- Many Nevada voters are also nonpartisan.
Nevada's Demographics and Economy
- Nevada's population is concentrated in Southern Nevada, with half a million in Reno/Sparks area and rural areas elsewhere.
- Nevada's economy is mainly driven by the service industry in Las Vegas/Clark County, and also mining, lithium, and warehouse jobs elsewhere.
Working Class in Nevada
- Clark County mirrors national demographics and has a large working class.
- Trump focuses on this group due to the economic hardships caused by COVID-19.