NAME: Aaron D. Ford
AGE: 50
PARTY AFFILIATION: Democrat
DAY JOB: Nevada Attorney General
EDUCATION: AG Ford received his bachelor's degree from Texas A&M University. He went on to earn five additional degrees, which include his law degree and Ph.D. in Educational Administration from The Ohio State University, as well as degrees in interdisciplinary studies, international education, and educational administration.
HOW LONG YOU HAVE LIVED IN NEVADA: 20 years.
WRITE A BRIEF (TWO TO THREE SENTENCES) SUMMARY OF YOUR PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE THAT WOULD ENABLE YOU TO PERFORM THE DUTIES OF THIS OFFICE:
As Nevada’s People’s Attorney and Top Law Enforcement Officer, I believe there is no task greater than the pursuit of justice. Under my leadership, the Nevada Attorney General’s Office has proven there is no criminal too ruthless and no corporation too powerful to take on if they are hurting Nevadans. From passing bipartisan legislation to protect communities and law enforcement alike, to landing over $330M in historic settlements suing opioid manufacturers, pushing for common-sense gun safety laws, and safeguarding access to abortion in Nevada – my leadership has drawn praise from folks across the political spectrum.
WHAT IS YOUR TOP PRIORITY IF ELECTED?
As the chief law enforcement officer for the state, my goal continues to be helping to protect Nevada families. Under my direction, Nevada’s Office of Attorney General has made protecting consumers from fraud, scams, and anti-competitive activity a top priority. During my tenure in office, our Bureau of Consumer Protection secured over $300 million in recoveries on behalf of Nevada consumers. Additional priorities include supporting law enforcement and protecting reproductive freedom.
IN ONE SENTENCE: WHAT’S THE MOST IMPORTANT THING VOTERS SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOU?
I’m in this fight for four reasons, and they go by the names of Avery, Alexander, Aaron II, and Devin – the four children my wife and I raised. As the chief law enforcement officer for the state, my goal continues to be helping to protect Nevada families. I believe there is no task greater than the pursuit of justice and, under my leadership, the Nevada Office of Attorney General has adopted the motto of “Our Job is Justice.” Our priority areas include what he refers to as the “Five Cs”: constitutional rights, criminal justice reform, consumer protection, client service, and community engagement.
YES OR NO: WILL YOU ACCEPT THE RESULTS OF THIS ELECTION, WHETHER YOU WIN OR LOSE?
Yes.
