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Brad Barnhill
Brad Barnhill (Independent American Party) ran for election to the Nevada State Senate to represent District 6. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Barnhill completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Elections
2024
See also: Nevada State Senate elections, 2024
General election
General election for Nevada State Senate District 6
Incumbent Nicole Cannizzaro defeated Jill Douglass and Brad Barnhill in the general election for Nevada State Senate District 6 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Nicole Cannizzaro (D) | 51.7 | 37,171 |
Jill Douglass (R)  | 45.5 | 32,730 | ||
| Brad Barnhill (Independent American Party) | 2.8 | 2,017 | ||
| Total votes: 71,918 | |||
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Nicole Cannizzaro advanced from the Democratic primary for Nevada State Senate District 6.
Republican primary election
Republican primary for Nevada State Senate District 6
Jill Douglass defeated Joshua Stacy in the Republican primary for Nevada State Senate District 6 on June 11, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Jill Douglass | 72.0 | 5,508 | |
 | Joshua Stacy | 28.0 | 2,144 | |
| Total votes: 7,652 | |||
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Campaign finance
Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Barnhill in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Brad Barnhill completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Barnhill's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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Educational Background Brad graduated from Marine Corps Base Quantico High School in 1974, third in his class. Brad attended the University of Virginia from 1974-1976 and 1979-1981. First a physics major, but loving the math transferred to the Engineering School into Applied Math. Brad graduated from the University of Virginia in 1981 with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. His undergraduate thesis was in artificial intelligence.
Professional Careers
Brad’s pursued a professional career as a systems analyst, working as a contractor for US EPA, USPS, for a division of Lexis Nexis, and for an offshore oil development company. The next step in his career was as litigation paralegal in personal injury, contracts, employment claims, civil rights, and criminal law.- Nevada’s economy heavily relies on tourism and hospitality, which can be volatile. Promoting economic diversification to reduce dependency on these sectors and create more stable job opportunities is crucial.
Enhancing economic diversification is a critical goal for Nevada to reduce its reliance on traditional industries like tourism and gaming and foster a more resilient and dynamic economy.
Encourage investment in innovation hubs, technology parks, and research institutions to support the growth of high-tech industries such as renewable energy, biotechnology, advanced manufacturing, and information technology. - Transferring federally administered land to state control, especially when it’s under the jurisdiction of agencies like the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), is a complex and contentious issue. Work with state legislators and congressional representatives to introduce and advocate for legislation that supports the transfer of federally administered land to state control. This may involve drafting bills, building coalitions, and lobbying for support at the state and federal levels.
- As of 2023, the total number of illegal aliens in Nevada rose to 428,000 illegal aliens and their children. Several hundred thousand new people coming into mostly Clark County who need housing have caused inflation in housing and in every other area of the economy. Again, economics 101, more people with more dollars chasing the same products and services drives up prices. The average 3-bedroom rental cost $1,500 in 2021, before the current president. Now the average 3-bedroom rental goes for $2,000, a 33% price increase. According to Nevada state government data, there were only 29,074 low-income housing units in Nevada in 2019.
The Clark County School District, fifth largest in the nation, should be split into more management units to better server local interests.
Senators represent larger districts with more constituents compared to Assembly members. Each Senate district is roughly twice the size of an Assembly district.
Senators often have fewer committee assignments compared to Assembly members due to the smaller size of the Senate. This allows Senators to focus more deeply on specific policy areas.
The smaller size of the Senate generally allows for more extended debate and deliberation on legislation compared to the Assembly. This can lead to more thorough examination of bills in the Senate.
Senators often hold more influence due to the smaller size of the chamber and the longer terms, which can provide more stability and continuity in legislative efforts.
Both chambers play crucial roles in the state budget process, but the Senate’s smaller size and longer terms can sometimes lead to a more detailed and long-term perspective on budgetary issues.
Senators represent larger and more diverse constituencies compared to Assembly members, which can influence their approach to constituent services and advocacy.
The Federalist Papers, Various Authors
The Republic, Plato
The Law, Frederic Bastiat
Common Sense, Thomas Paine
The Wealth of Nations, Adam Smith
Civil Disobedience, Henry David Thoreau
Economics in One Lesson, Henry Hazlitt
The Road to Serfdom, Friedrich A. Hayek
The Revolution: A Manifesto, Ron Paul
A Stranger in a Strange Land, Robert Heinlein
The Moon is a Harsh Mistress, Robert Heinlein
1984, George Orwell
Brave New World, Aldous Huxley
Transparency: Open communication and accountability are key. Constituents should have access to clear and accurate information about the official's activities and decision-making processes.
Responsiveness: An effective elected official listens to the needs and concerns of their constituents and responds appropriately. This includes being accessible and willing to engage with the community.
Commitment to Public Service: Dedication to serving the public and improving the community is essential. An elected official should prioritize the welfare of their constituents over personal or political gain.
Leadership: The ability to guide, inspire, and influence others is important. This includes having a vision for the future and the skills to bring people together to achieve common goals.
Competence: A thorough understanding of the issues, policies, and laws relevant to the office is necessary. This includes the ability to make informed decisions based on facts and evidence.
Empathy: Understanding and sharing the feelings of others helps an elected official to connect with and effectively represent their constituents.
Fairness and Impartiality: Treating all individuals and groups with equal consideration and without bias ensures that decisions are just and equitable.
Courage: The willingness to stand up for what is right, even in the face of opposition or adversity, is vital for enacting meaningful change and upholding principles.
The words in the law mean what they say.
The meaning of those words are as intended by the people who wrote them.
Representation: Serving as a voice for their constituents. This involves understanding the issues facing their district, communicating with residents, and advocating for their interests in the legislative process.
Budgeting: Participating in the creation and approval of the state budget. This includes allocating funds to various state programs, services, and infrastructure projects, ensuring fiscal responsibility and addressing the state's financial needs.
Oversight: Monitoring and evaluating the implementation of state laws and policies. Senators hold hearings, conduct investigations, and review the actions of the executive branch and state agencies to ensure accountability and transparency.
Constituent Services: Assisting constituents with issues related to state government. This can involve helping residents navigate state services, addressing individual concerns, and providing information on state programs and policies.
Policy Development: Working on long-term policy solutions to address state challenges. This involves researching, consulting experts, and collaborating with stakeholders to develop comprehensive strategies on issues such as education, healthcare, and economic development.
Collaboration: Building coalitions and working with fellow legislators, the executive branch, local governments, and other stakeholders. Effective governance often requires bipartisan cooperation and negotiation to achieve legislative goals.
Growing up, my father would be deployed for 13 months and I would like with my mother and my two sisters in one of my grandfather's rental homes in Wichita. When he came home, we would all pick up and move to whatever USMC base he would be stationed for the next 18 months before being re-deployed.
Moving that often, one does not become attached to people or places. There are no steady friends. Except for books. Mom bought me a set of the Great Books of the Western World and I read through those. In Junior High, I subscribed to the Science Fiction book club and A Stranger was one of the first books I acquired from that subscription.
Protecting Citizens: Crafting laws that enhance public safety, whether through crime prevention, disaster preparedness, or health regulations, is a critical responsibility.
Promoting Welfare: Ensuring that all residents have access to essential services, including healthcare, education, and social services, is vital for the overall well-being of the community.
Working Across the Aisle: Effective governance often requires collaboration and compromise. Building relationships and working with colleagues from both parties to pass meaningful legislation is essential.
Coalition Building: Forming coalitions with other legislators, stakeholders, and community groups can enhance the effectiveness of policy initiatives and ensure broader support for important issues.
Open Communication: Keeping the public informed about legislative activities and decisions builds trust and fosters civic engagement. This involves regular communication through various channels, including social media, public forums, and newsletters.
My experience in systems analysis allows me to understand interrelationship of components of a system and to work to integrate them into a whole.
“Oh, but someday you will.”
Government officials are subject to insider trading laws.
No government official may act as a lobbyist to government within 10 years of their leaving office.
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
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