Category Archives: Elections

Black n’ Bundy

Posted on October 28, 2014 by The Political Hat

     Cliven Bundy, whose stand-off with the Federal government ended peacefully, was unfairly criticized for allegedly saying racist speech.  So what dastardly thought crime has he expressed now?  Simply, endorsing a Black man for Congress.      Kamau Bakari, a member of the … Continue reading →

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Nevada Early Vote Update (Day 9 of 14)

Posted on October 27, 2014 by The Political Hat

     With the conclusion of the 9th day of early voting, the Republicans have yet again increased their lead by 12,200 out of 111,811 early voters, 2601 out of 24,569 absentee ballots returned, for a total of 14,801 out of 165,481 … Continue reading →

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A Time for Choosing

Posted on October 27, 2014 by The Political Hat

     Fifty years ago today, Ronald Reagan gave one of the most quintessential speeches of the modern conservative movement, his speech on behalf of Barry Goldwater, “A Time for Choosing.”      While some numerical particulars have changed over the past fifty years, … Continue reading →

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Nevada Early Vote Update 2014 (Day 8 of 14)

Posted on October 26, 2014 by The Political Hat

     With the 8th day of early voting completed, the Republicans were yet again abe to increase their lead in early voters. Statewide, Republicans lead by 11,456 out of 111,518 early votes cast, and 2583 votes out of 24484 early absentee … Continue reading →

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Nevada Early Vote Update 2014 (1st Week)

Posted on October 25, 2014 by The Political Hat

     It is time for the Democrats to hit the panic button. After the first week (of two) of early voting, the Republicans have increased their lead for the sixth straight day. Statewide, Republicans leady by 10,270 out of 109,773 early … Continue reading →

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Nevada Early Vote Update 2014 (6th Day of 14)

Posted on October 24, 2014 by The Political Hat

     After six days of early voting, the Republicans have increased their lead for the fifth consecutive day. Statewide, Republicans lead by 9269 out of 96,041 early voters, and 2291 out of 21,770 absentee ballots returned, for a total lead of … Continue reading →

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Nevada Early Vote Update 2014 (5th Day of 14)

Posted on October 23, 2014 by The Political Hat

     After five days of early voting, the Republicans’ statewide raw vote lead continues to increase, with their lead being 9705 out of 99,220 cast, including absentee ballots returned. The voter lead for Republicans of 10% is 15% above their statewide … Continue reading →

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Democrat Nevada Assembly Candidate Declared Ineligible. Will Probably Be Seated Anyway

Posted on October 23, 2014 by The Political Hat

     In 2012, a Democrat, Andrew Martin, who ran for the Assembly was ruled ineligible due to not living inside the district.  Due to the judge’s ruling occurring after early voting had begun, he remained on the ballot and won.  The … Continue reading →

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Nevada Early Vote Update 2014 (4th Day of 14)

Posted on October 22, 2014 by The Political Hat

     After four days of early voting, the Republicans have a statewide raw voter lead of 7763 out of 79,650 cast, including absentee ballots returned. 7% of registered voters have already voted.The voter lead of 10% for Republicans after the fourth … Continue reading →

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Nevada Early Vote Update 2014 (3rd Day of 14)

Posted on October 21, 2014 by The Political Hat

     After three days of early voting, the Republicans have a statewide raw voter lead of 5261 votes out of 57,910 cast, including absentee ballots returned. 5% of registered voters have already voted. The voter lead of 9% for Republicans after … Continue reading →

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