Weekly Column


November 2, 2020
Justice Barrett is an originalist, which means she applies the Constitution as it was written. Originalists follow the law wherever it leads – a commitment made to me by Justice Barrett in our private meeting.
October 26, 2020
Nebraska is an agricultural state, and we should be proud of that fact. One in four Nebraska jobs is tied to production agriculture, and our livestock industry alone is worth more than $12 billion each year.
October 19, 2020
The changes the HAULS Act would make have been necessary for a long time, but COVID-19 has shown how important smart transportation policy can be.
October 13, 2020
It is what our children and grandchildren will rely on in their daily lives, just as the roads we drive on today are the legacy of those who came before us.
October 5, 2020
This agreement is a significant achievement. It shows the world that the nations of the Middle East can coexist and work together peacefully.
September 29, 2020
These extraordinary women blazed a trail that today’s young women and girls can follow.
September 21, 2020
This kind of project is exactly what BUILD grants are for. This new bypass will make Blair residents safer while also helping commerce in northeast Nebraska flow more smoothly. I was glad to see the Department of Transportation recognize how important it will be to the Blair community.
September 14, 2020
Investigator Herrera leaves behind a legacy of courage that will inspire others for generations to come.
September 8, 2020
Throughout this pandemic, I have seen Nebraskans helping Nebraskans in inspiring ways. These stories show that Nebraskans look out for others, too – and I could not be more proud to call “The Good Life” home.
August 31, 2020
While we still have further to go, I have been proud to see people across our state bring the same resilient attitude to this new challenge.