Opinion

Over the years, I’ve covered a few elections – probably more than I’d like to remember. Back in the day, we didn’t get the wall-to-wall commercials slinging mud or the daily update on what the polls say.

Our 2024 general election is only a few short days away. Nebraska ballots during this election contain choices between a number of federal and state candidates. These electoral contests include the races for president, both of Nebraska’s federal senators, all three congressional representatives, dozens of state legislative races, the State Board of Education, and Public Service Commission. We also have a number of local races like natural resource districts, community college boards, and county board seats, as well as retention votes on local judges.

W My service in Congress is fundamentally about hearing and addressing the concerns of Third District Nebraskans. In addition to representing your interests as Congress considers legislation, I devote significant effort to ensuring the federal government functions appropriately and fulfills its obligations to you as a taxpayer.

d.C . Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) data released in September revealed tens of thousands of illegal immigrants with sexual assault and homicide convictions could be loose in the U.S.

Labels in politics are a tricky thing, particularly in Nebraska. If you’re a “Republican,” do you align with the wing of the party that identifies with former governor and U.S.

I was once again fortunate enough to participate in the Governor’s Pine Ridge Turkey Hunt. This is the sixth year I’ve been able to join with a number of my fellow Senators and the Governor, and showcase the hospitality and beauty of northwest Nebraska.

insights frOm d.C . For Nebraska to thrive, we must care for our families, infrastructure, workforce, and safety.

Dear Editor, With great sadness, I listened to Cherry County Clerk, Brittny Longcor’s resignation at the October 8, Commissioners’ Meeting. I have often commented to her how I am continually amazed at her knowledge, composure, integrity, personal and people skills, and dedication to her job in one so young. I watched her in some difficult situations handle herself with restraint and professionalism.

d.C . by U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts Vice President Kamala Harris has shown us repeatedly that she’s willing to abandon her alleged principles to make her radical agenda more appealing to the American people. It’s misleading and dishonest. Recently, she shared that the latest principle she’s willing to abandon is the U.S. Senate filibuster. By doing so, she would be burning down an American institution to force her radical policies through Congress. It’s a slap in the face to tens of millions of commonsense Americans who will vote for their U.S. Senators. I’m going to fight her efforts with everything I have.

W One year has passed since the tragic massacre of Israelis by Hamas on October 7, 2023. The brutal terror attack took the lives of more than 1,100 civilians and resulted in the capture of 251 hostages, taken by Hamas into Gaza.