Bringing online protections for kids into the 2020s

In June, the Wall Street Journal published a sobering review of social media outlets’ content protections for teens.Studies found that Instagram pushed adult content on teen accounts within minutes of their creation.

Major wins for online child privacy & safety

Since their creation, social media platforms have connected people and communities. That connectivity is often positive.High school friends can reconnect after decades. Grandparents can see photos of loved ones who live far away.

To protect the independence of the judiciary

This week, the White House announced a radical set of policy proposals to remake the Supreme Court of the United States.

Representing You

The recent attempt to assassinate former President Donald Trump has brought into focus the inner workings of the U.S.Secret Service–and government agencies in general. It’s not a pretty picture. The obvious breach of security by a 20-yearold novice to come within rifle range of a U.S.

Water talk continues

Red Water issues. There are all kinds. Red Water staining, serious Red Water sediment issues in wells/water systems/ filter plugging problems and Red Water Heavy Metal health issues. House cleaning couple recently said Red Water cleaning in their jobs is expanding.

All Things Nebraska

Rural communities across Nebraska have struggled with population loss for decades.The last census indicated that of the state’s 93 counties, 69 had lost population between 2010 and 2020.

View From the Sideline

The Nebraska Legislature was called back to work by Governor Jim Pillen to fix what he has called a property tax crisis.While I applaud the sentiment, I do not think a rushed solution can really fix a crisis.Some have said the special session could last two weeks.Others said it could drag on longer.

Letters to the Editor

Being kind is very important to me. Avi’s life has magnified the power of both kindness and cruelty in our world.Senator Loren Lippincott’s column entitled “Going to School on Property Tax,” which was published in the July 16 edition of the Nance County Journal was not kind.

Summer Olympics a chance for nation to come together

I love the Summer Olympics.Every four years, our nation has the opportunity to set aside its differences and come together. There is no Red, and there is no Blue. There is only Red, White and Blue.This year, the Olympics offer a break from roller coaster of national politics.

State lawmakers head back to Lincoln for long-shot bid to cut property taxes

By the time you read this, state senators are expected to be trudging back to Lincoln for a special session on property tax relief.