Voting in 2024 election showed a definite east-west, urban-rural divide

We’re all glad the election is over and we’re no longer subjected to wall-to-wall campaign ads on TV and radio.The faster we can get back to watching “Green Acres” reruns the better!But I can’t get over how differently Nebraskans in the east, and Nebraskans in the west voted this year.

Dentist: Thanks for donating candy to soldiers

Fullerton Dental Care (home of Dr. Melissa Schock and staff) collected candy and treats for the Toys for Treats program.

Don’t wait for Thanksgiving to be thankful

What are you thankful for?Next week we will gather around the table and enjoy a feast. It is the one day of the year that it is easy to express thankfulness.But why wait? Thanksgiving comes and goes, but we have plenty to be thankful for every day. Why only give thanks on a holiday?

Forget ‘lame duck’ — we must pass the defense bill

With election season behind us, the Senate is back in session. Our next few weeks before the year ends and the Biden administration comes to a close are known as the “lame duck period” — a period often marked by complacency as Congress waits for a new administration to begin.

Advancing American competitiveness

Under the Biden-Harris administration, inflation triggered by anti-growth policies, lackluster engagement on trade, and bloated federal spending has hit Nebraska households hard — costing the average household in our state $32,110 more since January 2021.

What happens now to the ballot initiatives?

With the recent election behind us, voters may be asking what happens now to the ballot questions that passed or failed? Initiative 434 passed and will place into our state constitution our current state law which protects the unborn after twelve weeks gestation.

Don’t forget to Shop Local this holiday season

Shopping for the perfect gift is hard work. Technology has made it easier, but before you go and do all your Christmas shopping with a few clicks of a mouse, don’t forget to visit your local stores.I know what you are thinking:“But Rick.

My greatest honor

Last week, Nebraskans entrusted me for the third time with the greatest honor of my life, and I’m humbled by their decision to return me to the U.S. Senate for six more years.I do not take Nebraskans’ trust lightly.

Big money, contributions rule in elections these days

The election is thankfully over, but I still can’t get over how much money pours into these campaigns.Back in the day, if a state legislative candidate spent more than $100,000 on a campaign to get elected to a $12,000-a-year post at the State Capitol, it was a big deal.

Ready to work for the American people

Last week, the American people chose to return Donald Trump to the White House while also electing a Republican majority to the Senate, and likely the House as well. Investors also received good news this week as the stock market had its best one-week rally in a year.