Nevada
‘Pass the torch’: Entrepreneur presents himself as alternative to Biden
Entrepreneur and tech investor Jason Palmer is positioning himself as an alternative to President Joe Biden in Nevada’s upcoming presidential primary and is using his bid to encourage the sitting president to make way for someone new.
Palmer, who has served in leadership positions at multiple organizations, including Microsoft and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, is on the ballot for the Feb. 6 primary alongside Biden, author Marianne Williamson and others.
The lesser-known candidate knows his likelihood of defeating an incumbent president is small, but his goal is to achieve 10 percent of the primary votes, he said. His objective is to encourage Biden to step aside so others can be the Democratic candidate in the fall.
Palmer acknowledges Biden has accomplished a lot as a public servant for 50 years. He has also managed to get a lot of legislation passed as president that he does not get enough credit for, Palmer said.
“However, it is time to pass the torch to a new generation of Americans,” he said. “I really wish he would be like George Washington and say, ‘I’ve been a transitional figure. I’ve done my four years. Now I pass the torch.’”
Palmer prioritizes growing the middle class and promoting the idea of “conscious capitalism,” an economic philosophy that believes businesses should serve a higher purpose than simply making a profit. He also wants to expand “upskilling” and other training programs that allow workers to gain more skills.
He also wants to see the government expand with technology by creating a department of innovation and technology at the cabinet level. It would focus on a variety of topics, such as child safety and privacy.
“There should actually be a government agency that has enough funding to move quickly, to move at technology’s speed,” Palmer said.
In addition to having a technological background, which he thinks is important for a president, Palmer differs from Biden with his stance on the Israel-Hamas conflict. Palmer has supported calls for a ceasefire since November, he said.
If elected, Palmer would also prioritize education, pushing to increase teachers’ salaries, and he would also work to upgrade union laws.
“Conscious capitalism is about helping the people that built those businesses get their fair share, and we need to upgrade our union laws to do a better job on workers rights, schedules, benefits, pay,” he said.
Contact Jessica Hill at jehill@reviewjournal.com. Follow @jess_hillyeah on X.
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) – The non-profit, Communities of Schools in Western Nevada is hosting its second annual Concert with a Cause featuring Yachtley Crew.
The seven-piece SoCal sensation who’ve sparked a nationwide Yacht Rock craze since bursting onto the scene in 2017. They’ve earned a reputation for selling out venues, delivering unforgettable live performances, and bringing soft rock hits from the late ’70s and early ’80s to life.
They are performing at the Grand Sierra Resort on May 15th, 2026. For tickets, visit www.grandsierraresort.com/entertainment/concerts-and-shows/yachtley-crew
CIS of Western Nevada is also looking for sponsors for the event. To learn more go to www.cisnevada.org/locations/western/
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LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — As temperatures rise in Southern Nevada, animal shelters are bracing for the annual surge of newborn cats known as “kitten season.”
Kitten season happens every year between about March and October, when warmer weather leads community cats to breed, and shelters begin seeing little kittens trickle in.
Animal care officials urged residents who spot kittens in their neighborhoods to avoid intervening right away.
The best thing to do, they said, is to leave the kittens where they are because their mother is likely caring for them.
Even if the mother cat is not immediately visible, she may be nearby searching for food.
The mother cat is taking care of the kittens, and removing them can reduce their chances of survival.
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Their best chance, officials said, is for the kittens to stay with their mom, who can provide nourishment.
RENO, Nev. (KOLO) – Tickets for the return of the official State Fair of Nevada are now available, but only until the end of the month can you get 20% off your ticket price.
After a 16-year hiatus, the official State Fair of Nevada will return to the Nevada State Fairgrounds in Reno June 11-13. Early bird discounts of 20% are available through May 1 online with code EarlySFNV.
Ciara Ressel, public information officer with the Nevada Department of Agriculture, stopped by Morning Break to share what’s in store for the community during these three days of food, entertainment, agriculture and celebration.
The event will highlight Nevada’s history, communities and agricultural roots with a wide range of programming, including:
- Nevada Junior Livestock Show and Sale
- University of Nevada, Reno Extension’s 4-H State Expo
- Opening Night Ceremony and Concert featuring Caleb Montgomery
- Next Generation Youth Bull Riding
- Made in Nevada Farmers’ Market
- Walking Tour of Nevada
- Drone show
- Local vendors, food and art
- Carnival rides
- And more highlighting Nevada’s history and heritage!
Click here to learn more. You can also follow the state fair on Instagram and Facebook.
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