EPISODE · Apr 11, 2026 · 1H 10M
Claire Thomas - "You Don't Own Me"
from Sticky Note Conversations · host Erika Washington
Host Erika Washington interviews former Nevada Assemblywoman and Air Force veteran Claire Thomas, who shares why she moved from Brooklyn to Las Vegas, her experience facing racism and sexism in the Air Force, and what led her to run for Assembly District 17 after Tyrone Thompson’s death. Thomas discusses her opposition to 2023 school discipline bills AB285 and the governor’s SB330, arguing they pushed permanent expulsion for very young children and undermined restorative justice efforts like Thompson’s AB169, especially after COVID disruptions. She reflects on legislative culture, leadership and clique dynamics, and why she ran—and lost—a bid for Senate District 1. Thomas critiques current Nevada Democratic Party leadership, urges voters to focus on local races and accountability, and shares her vision of the American Dream centered on happiness, education, community engagement, and her pursuit of a doctorate in public policy. (00:00) - SNC S3 Ep 10 Claire Thomas full final (00:42) - Introduction (00:47) - Claire's Background & Love for Las Vegas (05:01) - Air Force Experience (14:48) - Running for Office (20:39) - Education Bills & Assembly Votes (41:43) - Leaving the Assembly (45:30) - The Democratic Party & Nevada Politics (59:33) - Local Elections & What Matters (01:05:56) - The American Dream & Closing
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Host Erika Washington interviews former Nevada Assemblywoman and Air Force veteran Claire Thomas, who shares why she moved from Brooklyn to Las Vegas, her experience facing racism and sexism in the Air Force, and what led her to run for Assembly District 17 after Tyrone Thompson’s death. Thomas discusses her opposition to 2023 school discipline bills AB285 and the governor’s SB330, arguing they pushed permanent expulsion for very young children and undermined restorative justice efforts like Thompson’s AB169, especially after COVID disruptions. She reflects on legislative culture, leadership and clique dynamics, and why she ran—and lost—a bid for Senate District 1. Thomas critiques current Nevada Democratic Party leadership, urges voters to focus on local races and accountability, and shares her vision of the American Dream centered on happiness, education, community engagement, and her pursuit of a doctorate in public policy. (00:00) - SNC S3 Ep 10 Claire Thomas full final (00:42) - Introduction (00:47) - Claire's Background & Love for Las Vegas (05:01) - Air Force Experience (14:48) - Running for Office (20:39) - Education Bills & Assembly Votes (41:43) - Leaving the Assembly (45:30) - The Democratic Party & Nevada Politics (59:33) - Local Elections & What Matters (01:05:56) - The American Dream & Closing
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