The election is over. The needs of our neighbors remain.

Families still need groceries. Seniors still need affordable housing. Parents still need access to health care for themselves and their children. And too many Nevadans are working hard while struggling to cover the basics.

As newly elected leaders prepare to take office, campaign promises must become policies that make a difference in people’s lives.

For LEAN, that means advocating for affordable health coverage, housing stability, hunger justice, and relief from rising utility costs. It means asking elected officials what they will do, when they will act, and whose voices will help shape those decisions.

Our faith calls us to stay engaged beyond Election Day. Loving our neighbor includes paying attention to budgets, showing up at hearings, sharing our stories, and holding leaders of every party accountable.

From the pews and ballot boxes to the halls of government, our work continues.

Until all are fed, housed, clothed, and able to live with dignity.