Nevada State Assembly District 27 candidate surveys, 2022

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This article shows responses from candidates in the 2022 election for Nevada State Assembly District 27 who completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey.

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General election

General election for Nevada State Assembly District 27

Angie Taylor defeated Carmen Ortiz in the general election for Nevada State Assembly District 27 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Angie Taylor (D)	58.2	12,804
	Submit photo	Carmen Ortiz (R)	41.8	9,193

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 21,997
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Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Angie Taylor (D)

Improving education is a necessity for the economic future of our State. I would attack that by focusing on the two things that can make the greatest difference: reducing class sizes and improving the pay for educators. As a current member of the Washoe County School District Board of Trustees, I’m proud of the improvements we’ve made while balancing the billion dollar for the first time in a decade. Improvements have been made in spite of being among the lowest funded educational systems in the country. And yet, I know there is still much more to do. Help me take this fight to the State Legislature so we can continue to improve our schools for the students, staff and families in our State.

Improving our health care and protecting a women’s right to choose are both important for State. I support a health care public option that cuts premiums and makes prescription drugs more affordable, saving Nevadan seniors and families hundreds of millions of dollars.

As a small business owner, I believe it’s critical to support local small businesses and working families. I understand that small businesses are the backbone of our economic growth. I will work to lower the cost of gas, groceries, and utilities and lessen the financial burden on working families and small businesses in our State.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Angie Taylor (D)

Education

Mental Health Human Services

Commerce and Labor

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

Angie Taylor (D)

I look up to leaders who show courage, character, competence and charisma. My best example is Jesus Christ. He was an amazing leader, He inspired thousands, He always lived His values and He loved the people He led.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Angie Taylor (D)

Trust, integrity, service before self, competence, leadership, courage, humility

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Angie Taylor (D)

I consider myself to be honest, trustworthy, a person of integrity, loyal, a good leader, a woman of faith

What legacy would you like to leave?

Angie Taylor (D)

I would like it to be said that I left this place better than it was when I got here.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

Angie Taylor (D)

Thee assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. - I was almost 5 years old

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Angie Taylor (D)

Babysitting While in middle school

What is your favorite book? Why?

Angie Taylor (D)

The Bible because I can always find an answer.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Angie Taylor (D)

I just saw the movie, "The Woman King" so I would have to say her. She was strong, a leader, and a mother who loved.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Angie Taylor (D)

Believe for It by CeCe Winans

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Angie Taylor (D)

As an African American female, I have faced a lot of challenges and have been blessed to overcome most of them.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and state legislature?

Angie Taylor (D)

The governor and the state legislature are co-equal branches of government. Ideally, the two branches work well together to develop state polices and the budget. The governor sets the initial budget and the legislature begins there but may/should act independently,

What do you perceive to be your state's greatest challenges over the next decade?

Angie Taylor (D)

As a growing state, we will consistently need to find innovative ways to fund the needs of a growing citizenry.

What are the benefits and drawbacks of a unicameral state legislature, in your opinion?

Angie Taylor (D)

In my opinion, one of the benefits is that policy can get reviewed and approved a lot faster. Also in my humble opinion, one of the drawbacks is that there is not the same checks and balance present as with a bicameral state legislature.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

Angie Taylor (D)

Yes.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

Angie Taylor (D)

Yes. Without relationships, it's difficult to build trust. Without trust, it's much more difficult to get things done.

What process do you favor for redistricting?

Angie Taylor (D)

I favor a non-partisan approach.

If you are not a current legislator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?

Angie Taylor (D)

There are areas of expertise that I bring, but I would like to work where I can be of the most assistance.

Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Angie Taylor (D)

There are several. From the old guard, Senators Bernice Mathews and Bill Raggio. From today's leaders, Assemblyman Jasor Frierson and Assemblywoman Jill Towles.

Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?

Angie Taylor (D)

I have not given that much thought.

Both sitting legislators and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

Angie Taylor (D)

I want to protect the identities of those who share personal stories with me. However, the stories that inspire me the most are those pertaining to a challenge or setback that impacted a person or family and how they dealt with it and found a way forward, usually under difficult circumstances.

Tell us your favorite joke.

Angie Taylor (D)

I love to laugh but don't have a favorite joke.

Should the legislature oversee or grant the use of emergency powers?

Angie Taylor (D)

Only in the case of emergency.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Angie Taylor (D)

Yes

See also

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