The Spirit of Southeast Nebraska
It’s a busy season in District 1. Harvest is in full swing.
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A Weekend To Remember
Just when I had begun to think Nebraska wouldn’t/couldn’t win a football game - they did! Since my twelfth great grandchild had been baptized on Sunday morning and we spent the day celebrating – I was too tired to last out the Chiefs/Buc’s game. So I asked my computer who won this morning.
American Legion Post 100 Meeting Minutes
The meeting was called to order by Commander Reed at 7:30 P.M. with 8 members present. Sgt. At Arms Gerry Davis offered the opening prayer followed by Commander Reed leading members in the Pledge of Allegiance and the Preamble.
Property Tax Issues
Deluged with falsehoods, gravely misinformed and underinformed by over three decades of single party dominance (rent seeking, scapegoating, gaslighting, fear mongering and false narratives spewed by Nebraska’s executive branch of state government) attendees at a recent townhall “pink slip” meeting in Syracuse vented their anger toward Otoe counties school leaders and other county officials.
Proactive trade policy
Two weeks ago, I participated in a Ways and Means Committee hearing on the future of our trade relationship with Taiwan. The hearing explored opportunities provided by ongoing trade talks between the U.S. and Taiwan. In the midst of increased pressure from China through dialed-up military exercises and heavier tariffs, Taiwan is eager to strengthen ties with the U.S. and our democratic values.
Letter to the Editor:
Dear Editor, As my confirmation project at Luther Memorial Church, I am helping with the Oct. 11th Red Cross blood drive in Syracuse.
Bridging the digital divide to connect Nebraska
Over the years, Nebraskans have built thousands of miles of trails, rails, power lines, and highways to connect our state. This connectivity has helped our urban and rural communities thrive.
No Such Thing As A Free Lunch
The Biden Administration recently announced a plan to forgive $10,000 of student loans and forgive $20,000 in student loans for borrowers who received Pell Grants. The forgiveness plan applies to individuals with an income of less than $125,000 and married couples with an income of less than $250,000.
Ask, then act
One summer during my college years, I had a roommate who suffered from suicidal thoughts. She’d attempted suicide before we met, and been hospitalized, but continued to struggle. Back in the late 80s, there was very little public understanding of mental health issues, and the stigma was even stronger than it is today. Our other roommate and I didn’t know what to do, or where to turn.
Strengthening Nebraska’s presence abroad
As governor, I’ve prioritized strengthening Nebraska’s presence abroad. Ninety-five percent of the world’s population lives outside of America’s borders. We must reach these international customers to grow Nebraska and create opportunities for our kids and grandkids.