The 2026 election wasn't what we hoped for. We are all in shock and slowly coming out of this politically induced nightmare. The great news is that we still live in the Greatest Country in the World. I know many of you in Carson City and throughout our state are saddened and disappointed by the election outcome. I speak from my heart by saying, “We are very foolish as a state not to have re-elected our Governor Lombardo and all the other state level incumbents. Governor Lombardo was an excellent governor, as were Lt. Governor Anthony and Controller Andy Mathews.
We need to take a breath and analyze where, how, and what exactly went wrong, after this week we will be dedicating time and effort to this so we are much better prepared for 2028. I am very grateful to you, the 72% of Republicans who came out in Carson City, very good for a mid-term election, but simply not enough. I don't know what to say to the Republicans who stayed home. To the voters who thought they were voting for "change", the Progressive Democrat Socialists owe you a huge thank you because we now have Governor Ford and socialist candidates in all the other state offices. Going forward, they will attempt a drastic makeover of Nevada. Governor Ford will be as detrimental as, or likely more so than, Governor Sisolak. We will indeed be getting change, just not for the better, remember the 87 crazy bills from the last legislative session that Governor Lombardo vetoed? They are all going to come back with nothing to stop them this time. Therefore, we must stand strong, stand firm together, and be vocal during these first two years of Ford’s term. Napoleon Bonaparte said, “Victory belongs to the most persevering." This is our battle cry: Stand Tall Nevada. Our voices must be heard throughout this next legislative session so the people of Nevada can see, in real time, the evil in the 84th Session of the Legislature and what the fringe wing controlling the Democrats are trying to usher in. We must support our representatives who support our constitution. Please look for more information in January for a class on testifying at the legislature. We need you to stand strongly for America, the Land of the Brave and home of the Free. We can’t do it without you.
The future of Nevada and Carson City will not be shaped only by the people who hold offices, but by people who understand the severity of the situation in our country and state. Nevada and America will be saved by patriots dedicated to the extraordinary mission of saving the Nation from the unholy Progressive alliance which is currently using violent activism, propaganda, Socialism, Communists, and Islamists. Our Mission will be shaped by people who serve their communities when no one is watching, who listen when conversations are difficult, and who refuse to let frustration become indifference. We must select the best candidates who are electable, and specifically not candidates forced on us by out-of-state, overpaid consultants telling the people what is best for us. The Carson City Republican Party is immediately starting the process of finding and developing electable candidates now, to be ready for 2028. If you are interested and you don't attend our meetings now and aren't active in the Carson City Republican Party, don't expect us to support you as a candidate in 2028 just because you have an 'R' behind your name. We are simply not going to do that and we are going to push back on all pressure from outside. I am frustrated with candidates showing up on our doorsteps just because they filed Republican and now expect us to be completely on board with supporting them. We need candidates truly committed to the America First Agenda, our Constitution, Rural Nevada, Carson City, and who are bold about their beliefs. We are absolutely implementing major changes in who we support as candidates.
To all the volunteers who worked harder than ever before, thank you from the bottom of my heart. We worked harder on this election than any have ever seen. We mailed thousands of postcards and slate cards encouraging people to vote. We made thousands of phone calls and sent text messages to our voters; we all realized the urgency of winning this election. We implemented new processes and programs, such as candidate interviews that you can view on our website: https://www.carsoncityrepublicans.com/news and our YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@carsoncityrepublicanparty). We will have a new board member coming on board, young, and will be chairing a Young Republican club right here in Carson City. We give you our word: we will not be discouraged, and we are here for you.
Once we are decompressed, we will move forward with purpose, not by giving up, but by moving forward to win the next battle. We are the Republican Party of Carson City, and we run on faith and prayers and understand we are full of hope for the future of our nation; we are not defeated. We are one nation under God, and we know that our Lord God Almighty compels us to fight the evils in our nation. As directed in Deuteronomy 13:5: "So you shall purge the evil from your midst." So, I ask you to continue the good fight, knowing we are on the right side of history, and the Lord is on our side. As Churchill said -
“Victory at all costs, victory despite all terror, victory however long and hard the road may be; for without victory, there is no survival." - Winston Churchill
we will never, never, never give up; and of course
" Fight! Fight! Fight!" -Donald J. Trump.
We have much to be grateful for as we still live in the best country in the world. Donald J. Trump gave up so much for us because he loves the people and America. Right or wrong, he believes he protected America and its people from being attacked with a nuclear bomb by Iran. One day, history will record Donald J. Trump as the best president ever. He has put his life on the line for us. Today, it was reported that U.S. employers added 165,000 jobs in October, well above forecasts, with unemployment holding at 4.1% and wages rising 3.1% year over year, according to Forbes. So, while so many are blaming Trump for everything, I blame the messaging and being too timid to say America First. Now is the time to be bold, or it will be too late. America First.
Wine Tasting, Saturday, November 7, at the Governor’s Mansion, 606 Mountain Street, 5 to 8 PM. Tickets are available at the door. If you purchase tickets in advance, it's $75; at the door, $100. This is a fundraiser, and every dollar supports our mission, with all money staying right here in our community.
CCRP Christmas Party. We have one great event coming up to celebrate Christmas on December 5 at the Governor’s Mansion. We have much to be grateful for so I hope you will start off the holiday season with us. Tickets are available on our website, https://www.carsoncityrepublicans.com/event-details/ccrp-christmas-gala, and at the Republican Party Headquarters, 1971 California Street, Carson City. We will have Beef Wellington, music, and time for dancing. The Governor’s Mansion is located at 606 Mountain Street, Carson City. Please bring an unwrapped toy and a pair of socks.
Thank you for your continued support, and we need to stand together. We are Battled Born! The Carson City Republican Party pledges to continue working for our Constitutional Values and to support all our Republican Sisters and Brothers as we continue the great America awakening.
May God Bless You, Carson City, Nevada, and the beloved United States of America.
Please hold your heads up high and continue the Good Fight.
Susan Ruch, Your Chairman