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DemJones on Aug 23, 2022 8:01 AM
Progressives must NOT sit out this year's midterm elections! This election is far too important, both for the party and the country. Make sure to get involved these next two months - volunteer at a phone bank, write post cards supporting… See Comments
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Opinion

President Musk

December 20, 2024
As the cabinet for Donald Trump’s second term shapes up, the letter “B” keeps popping up. “B” as in “billionaire.” At this writing, no fewer than 13… Read More

Obey

December 18, 2024
Obeying in Advance It began with two morning cable hosts vociferously opposed to a second term of Donald Trump. For months, they (rightly) called out Trump’s sheer unfitness, his autocratic… Read More

The Junk Drawer

December 18, 2024
If anyone thought that Donald Trump would somehow become more serious and sober minded in his second term, well…I have some sweet oceanfront property in Phoenix to sell you. The first… Read More

They Failed Us

December 18, 2024
Now that the twice-impeached convicted felon who incited an insurrection and stole classified intel has been given the Golden Ticket to do it all again, we need to talk. Democrats are scratching… Read More

Yes, It Matters

November 3, 2024
We’ve heard it before, from cynical friends, family, and co-workers: “Why bother to vote? It doesn’t matter.” And in recent years, it can feel like that’s the case. The… Read More

Fact VS Freakout: A Sanity Checklist

November 3, 2024
An old friend of mine just told me of the issues driving voters in this presidential election. And by “voters,” he means, the dudes in his golf foursome. Steve is a smart guy. He keeps… Read More

The Bullies among Us

October 11, 2024
Ever since Donald Trump came down the escalator in 2015, he’s attracted bullies. At his rallies, he encouraged audience members to rough up protestors. He told cops to “not be too… Read More

The Stench on the Bench

October 11, 2024
The last few years have been like being on a rollercoaster that’s careening on a 240-year-old track held together by duct tape and Krazy Glue. We’ve told ourselves that the relentless… Read More
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NDP, DCDP, and LCDP Statement on the Upcoming 2025 Omaha and Lincoln Elections

December 19, 2024
Nebraska Democratic Party, Douglas County Democratic Party, and Lancaster County Democratic Party’s Statement on the Upcoming Omaha and Lincoln City Elections LINCOLN, NE - The Nebraska… Read More

Nebraska Democratic Party Statement on Mike McDonnell Entering the Omaha Mayoral Race

November 21, 2024
LINCOLN, NE – The Nebraska Democratic Party Chair Jane Kleeb issues the following statement regarding Mike McDonnell entering the Omaha mayoral race on Nov 21, 2024: “The Democratic… Read More

Nebraska Democratic Party Statement on Victor Rountree Officially Elected to the Nebraska State Legislature

November 20, 2024
LINCOLN, NE – The Nebraska Democratic Party Chair Jane Kleeb issues the following statement regarding Victor Rountree being elected to the state legislature to represent the voters of… Read More

Nebraska Democratic Party Statement on Ashlei Spivey Officially Elected to the Nebraska State Legislature

November 18, 2024
LINCOLN, NE – The Nebraska Democratic Party Chair Jane Kleeb issues the following statement regarding Ashlei Spivey being elected to the state legislature to represent the voters of Legislature… Read More

Dan Quick for Legislature News – Senator-Elect Quick To Return To Nebraska Legislature

November 12, 2024
Former State Senator Dan Quick Officially Elected to State Legislature On Nov 12th, Hall County Election Officials completed their counting of ballots cast in the 2024 General Election. Dan Quick… Read More