David Schumann (I), retired financial analyst, 2004 nominee, and 2002 state senator nominee
Brendan Trainor (L), state party chair, airline quality manager, and frequent candidate
Campaign
Popular Las Vegas mayorOscar Goodman had said in January that he would probably run,[3] but in late April, he decisively ruled that out.[4] Goodman did not file by the May 12, 2006 deadline. Carter's advantages included his formidable speaking abilities and kinship with a former U.S. President. On the other hand, Ensign was also considered to be an effective speaker and as of the first quarter of 2006, held an approximately 5-1 advantage over Carter in cash-on-hand.