Dr. Joe Heck for U.S. Senate campaign spokesman Brian Baluta released the following statement after the first Nevada Senate debate.

“For Nevadans, the choice could not be more clear. While Catherine Cortez Masto repeated scripted lines and partisan attacks, Dr. Joe Heck offered an optimistic, solutions-oriented vision that he will take to the Senate to get things done for the state.

“After 8 years of Barack Obama and 30 years of Harry Reid, Nevadans are ready for a change and for a Senator who will put their interests first. Dr. Heck made clear tonight he is the best person to represent them in the Senate.”