Serving Nebraskans and focusing our priorities

For the first time this century, Nebraska’s property taxpayers opened their statements in December and saw a reduction. The state’s economy continues to grow at a near record pace and our population has surpassed two million.

Walls, fences and rules

As always, the opening days of this current Nebraska Legislative session were spent getting organized and laying out plans for the most efficient way to conduct the people’s business.

Responding to illegal immigration

Laken Riley. Rachel Morin. Jocelyn Nungaray. Sarah Root.These young women never set out to become household names. They each lived their lives, studied and worked hard, and loved their families. But each of those lives were ripped away from them unjustly and prematurely.

The return of ‘Winner Take All’

Gov. Jim Pillen has asked me to reintroduce my “Winner Take All” bill in this year’s legislative session. The new bill, LB 003, seeks to return Nebraska to the way 48 other states count their electoral votes for president and the way Nebraska did it before 1992.

The power of words spoken in truth

Most everyone acknowledges the power of words and it’s interesting how sometimes just speaking a truth out loud can have dramatic consequences. This is powerfully illustrated by something that happened in my own family many years ago.

Nebraska’s energy needs are growing

As economies grow, so does the need for electrical power. Research shows a 90 percent correlation between the use of electricity in our country and our economic growth. Meanwhile, electrical power is vital to every aspect of modern life in America. Just imagine your world without electricity.

New choices ahead in education

With America’s education system coming under fire at all levels regarding everything from declining academic standards to the indoctrination of woke ideologies by government-sponsored schools, it’s obvious a new direction is needed.

Offutt Air Force Base’s role grows

In 1916, Omaha native Jarvis Offutt entered officer training at Fort Snelling, Minnesota.The United States had not yet entered World War I, but tensions were simmering at home and exploding abroad. No doubt the Offutt family was carefully following news of the Great War.

Deterrence plays a vital role in maintaining peace

This week, world events have emphasized the importance of American readiness to keep our country safe and stand with our allies across the globe.

Where is truth?

As we approach the end of 2024 we find ourselves between two important Christian holidays. Thanksgiving is about returning thanks to God for the many blessings he has bestowed on our nation.