Political Quotes

“Today, I recognize my friend and mentor Sue Wagner, who passed away in Reno, NV, on March 17, 2026. Sue blazed a path for women in government in the great State of Nevada and is an inspiration not just to me but so many others. She will be remembered not just as the first woman elected Lieutenant Governor of Nevada or as one of the incredible leaders who secured a woman's right to choose in our State but also as someone who you could always count on to stand up for what is right. She was born in Maine, and she grew up in Arizona. Since childhood, Sue had an appreciation for public service and engagement. Her father was actively involved in Maine politics, and his activism sparked Sue's interest in public service. From a young age, she was inspired by female political leaders, and she was also inspired by Senator Margaret Chase Smith, one of her childhood role models. Sue moved to Reno in 1969 with her husband Peter and their two kids Kirk and Kristina. It is there where her political career began. In 1975, she was elected to the Nevada State Assembly, and she served in the assembly until 1980, when she successfully ran for the Nevada State Senate, where she stayed for another 9 years. In 1990, Sue made history as the first woman to be elected Lieutenant Governor in the Silver State. During her political career, Sue supported many causes, including safe houses for abused women, prison system reform, and governmental accountability.”