June 15, 2020
All Nebraska students deserve the same level of opportunity in their education, and unequal access to the internet is a major obstacle to this goal. The coronavirus has exacerbated this problem, and I look forward to working with leaders across Nebraska to solve it for good.
June 8, 2020
If you are struggling with a mental health issue, don’t be afraid to ask for help. Take advantage of the resources that are available to you.
June 1, 2020
Like so many Nebraskans, I am horrified by the tragedy in Minneapolis, the killing of George Floyd — and I am angry. I am also saddened that so many of our citizens still lead lives of terror and trepidation based on the color of their skin, despite decades of hard fought change. That fear must […]
May 26, 2020
To Nebraska’s class of 2020, I can’t wait to see what you do next. No matter what that may be, remember that your leadership and contributions are going to shape the future of our communities, our state, and our country.
May 18, 2020
Memorial Day may look a little different this year, but I am glad to see that Nebraskans are still finding ways to honor our fallen heroes. Even during this COVID-19 pandemic, we can all take a moment to pause and reflect on the ultimate sacrifice these brave Americans made for our freedom.
May 11, 2020
IoT was already improving our lives in countless ways before this pandemic began, but it has played an even larger role in the past few months.
May 4, 2020
Our publicly owned hospitals are critical to keeping Nebraskans healthy. While COVID-19 has increased the burden that all hospitals are carrying, I believe that where you live shouldn’t determine the level of health care you are able to access – especially during a pandemic.
April 27, 2020
This economic distress has increased the difficulty many people are facing in putting food on the table. Thankfully, tough times often bring out the good in people.
April 20, 2020
By now, COVID-19 is affecting all Nebraskans in one way or another. Many people in our state know someone who has contracted the virus, and many more know someone who lost their job or a small business owner who has had to close down because of this pandemic.
April 13, 2020
Small businesses are the backbone of Nebraska’s economy.