View From The Sidelines

If you listen to national media, it sounds like our nation is at a crossroads — maybe even on the verge of another civil war.Protests are happening across the country, largely in blueleaning cities, and citizens are exercising their First Amendment right to assemble.

Representing You

Technology is changing fast, especially with the rise of artificial intelligence, and much of that change is driven by personal data. Every time you go online, you leave behind a trail of information.

Representing You

In 1984 President Ronald Reagan designated January 22 as National Sanctity of Human Life Day. On that date in 1973 the U.S. Supreme Court handed down its ruling in Roe v. Wade case which opened the door to legal abortions nationwide.

All Things Nebraska

It’s one thing to try and cut out shenanigans in state government and another if you’re part of it.Gov.

Representing You

Nebraska’s farmers have been clear from the very beginning: they need reliable markets to sell their products. Every day, agricultural producers face countless factors outside of their control, whether that be commodity prices, input costs, or weather.

Reader: Lippincott’s praise for Evnen too much

Dear Editor,Senator Lippincott did a great job describing all the different facets of the Secretary of State office last week. I appreciate the weekly informative, thought-provoking articles by our Senator.

My brother’s keeper

As I write this column two legislative colleagues are having their actions brought forward by the legislative body as to whether they should be disciplined or even expelled from the legislature.

Fraudsters out there, seeking to steal our money

As a reporter, you cover all kinds of stories.Stories about natural disasters, murders, grandmas who collect cookie jars and Good Samaritans.But it’s the stories about fraud that make you scratch your head the most.

Trade built to last: Why reauthorizing AGOA is essential

Throughout my tenure as Chair of the House Ways and Means Subcommittee on Trade, one thing has always been evident: trade works best when it is built on relationships, trust, and time.

Ensure your voice is heard by lawmakers

Across Nebraska and the country, lawmakers are gathering in their state capitols and Washington, D.C. to begin another year of debating and passing legislation.The democratic process is something America prides itself on and one that requires input to thrive.