Rep. Mark Amodei, challenger Danny Tarkanian clash over conservative principles in heated Nevada primary
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Rep. Mark Amodei and Republican challenger Danny Tarkanian clash over conservative principles in Tuesday's heated primary in Nevada's 2nd Congressional District.
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"Hey Amodei, you RINO. Seriously?" began one of Amodei's ads he alluded to when asked about the criticism he'd received from Tarkanian over his congressional voting record. The 30-second ad went on to show him pushing back on the "Republican in Name Only" characterization by touting his positive ratings with the NRA and pro-life organizations, as well as "a Trump rating of 95%."
The six-term congressman explained he was "comfortable" with his record amid attacks from Tarkanian that he was not "being conservative enough," and specifically cited his connection to the voters as a member of the community, as well as an awareness of their conservative values, as reasons they should re-elect him.
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