[2] The population of District 2 is younger than Nevada's average, with over 65% of its inhabitants below the age of 40.

The median household income is more than $20,000 lower than average, and 45% of those over 25 don't have a high school diploma.

In 2014, Denis faced off against Independent American Party member Louis Baker, a contractor, auctioneer, and investor; no Republican filed for the seat.

[13] The revised borders went into effect on January 1, 2012 for filing for office, and for nominating and electing senators.

[14] Mo Denis had represented the old 2nd district, which followed similar boundaries but did not include Downtown Las Vegas.