Steve Sisolak Looks Out For Himself, Not Nevada

In Nevada, Democrat Steve Sisolak announced his long-expected run for governor today, but with it comes a closer examination of his record which includes a severe lack of credibility and irresponsible leadership. As Chairman of the Clark County Commission, Sisolak routinely made questionable decisions that largely benefited only himself, and even sued the very county he was elected to represent. Sisolak’s actions have proven time and again that he values growing his bank account over growing Nevada.

Sisolak’s failures have steered Clark County into deals that hurt Nevadans and has routinely pushed a wrongful liberal agenda. The people of Nevada deserve their next governor to be a leader that will prioritize the state’s economy, ensure state government is efficient, and continue Governor Brian Sandoval positive results. Sisolak’s record shows he’s just another political opportunist looking out for himself.

Background

“Clark County commissioners on Monday agreed to pay $21 million to the Mohler family and $10 million to the Mona family as compensation for curbing building heights in low-fly zones.” (Scott Wyland, “County to pay $31 million to settle lawsuits in airspace restriction cases,” reviewjournal.com,1/05/2009).

“A flurry of lawsuits could throw McCarran International Airport’s finances into a nose dive and drag down the already ailing tourism industry. Higher fares and fewer flights could erode tourism when the local economy needs it the most… In 2003, Steve Sisolak, a regent and commissioner-elect, won a $6.5 million judgment when the airport refused to pay him for height limits imposed on his parcel near Las Vegas Boulevard and Warm Springs Road. The state Supreme Court upheld the verdict in 2006. All told, Sisolak came away with about $23.5 million after he was reimbursed for legal fees and interest paid on the land, said Laura Fitzsimmons, his attorney on the case.” (Scott Wyland, “Airspace restrictions haunting county,” reviewjournal.com,12/07/2008).