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Tom White announces a run for Nebraska's 2nd District -- July 6, 2009

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 12:00:00 CDT

The first opponent for 2nd District Representative Lee Terry has emerged. State Senator Tom White of Omaha sent an email to supporters Monday announcing he has formed a federal exploratory committee - the first step towards a campaign for Congress. Clay Masters reports.

Nebraska Voter Diary: A look back at the election -- November 21, 2008

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 12:00:00 CST

Mike Tobias summarizes what voters would have liked to see during the recent election in NET Television's featured Campaign '08 web video. For more information go to http://www.netNebraska.org/campaign08.

Nebraska Voter Diary: $1 Billion -- November 14, 2008

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 12:00:00 CST

Diarists Mark and Kristi Albrecht discuss what they'd like to see in terms of campaing finance reform in NET Television's featured Campaign '08 web video. For more information go to http://www.netNebraska.org/campaign08.

One legislative race appears resolved, another looks like a recount -- November 12, 2008

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 12:00:00 CST

It looks like one of two legislative races that were too close to call on Election night may be decided, while the other is headed toward a recount.

Obama appears to take Nebraska 5th electoral vote -- November 7, 2008

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 12:00:00 CST

Democratic Senator Barack Obama appears to have clinched the hotly contested electoral vote in Nebraska's Second Congressional District.

Omaha's Learning Community Coordinating Council takes shape -- November 5, 2008

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 12:00:00 CST

Nebraska's longest-serving state legislator in history is leaving office because of term limits, but he's not leaving politics. State Senator Ernie Chambers has been elected to a seat on Omaha's Learning Community Coordinating Council. Sarah McCammon reports.

Both parties claim progress in Legislature -- November 5, 2008

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 12:00:00 CST

Both major parties claimed success out of Tuesday's election results in Nebraska. Clay Masters reports.

Omaha-area electoral vote could still flip -- November 5, 2008

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 12:00:00 CST

It won't make any difference in the outcome. But both parties are watching the contest for the Omaha-area Electoral College vote as a potential precedent-setter. Fred Knapp reports.

Nebraska Voter Diary: Political Attacks -- November 7, 2008

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 12:00:00 CST

Diarist Tony Edmondson talks about what he'd rather have heard candidates discuss during the campaign in NET Television's featured Campaign '08 web video. For more information go to http://www.netNebraska.org/campaign08.

Terry beats Esch; Electoral College race close -- November 5, 2008

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 12:00:00 CST

Republican Representative Lee Terry defeated Democrat Jim Esch in the Omaha-area 2nd Congressional District, and while John McCain leads there, provisional ballots could stil tip one Electoral College vote to Barack Obama.

Johanns elected as next U.S. Senator for Nebraska -- November 5, 2008

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 12:00:00 CST

Nebraska has a new U.S. Senator: Former Governor of Nebraska and Secretary of Agriculture Mike Johanns. He defeated challenger Scott Kleeb by nearly 20 percent last night. Clay Masters reports.

Republicans Fortenberry and Smith easily retain Congressional seats -- November 5, 2008

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 12:00:00 CST

Fortenberry defeated Democrat Max Yashirin on a vote of 70 to 30 percent. Smith received 77 percent of the vote, to Democratic challenger Jay Stoddard's 23 percent.

Nebraskans approve banning affirmative action -- November 5, 2008

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 12:00:00 CST

Nebraskans have approved a constitutional amendment banning affirmative action. Sarah McCammon reports.

Omaha voters split on presidential candidates -- November 4, 2008

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 12:00:00 CST

No Democratic Presidential nominee has won an electoral vote in Nebraska since 1964, but Barack Obama is hoping to change that with a strong showing in Omaha.

UNL students protest proposed affirmative action ban -- October 30, 2008

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CDT

The initiative that goes before voters next week would ban state government form using race- or gender-based preferences in state hiring, contracting or admissions to colleges or universities.

Ballot measure would add funding sources for economic development -- October 30, 2008

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Voters will be asked on Tuesday whether to expand the list of funding sources that can be used for local economic development efforts. Fred Knapp reports.

Council, Womack trying to succeed Ernie Chambers in North Omaha -- October 30, 2008

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CDT

North Omaha's 11th Legislative District will send a new face to the Legislature next year. Fred Knapp reports.

Fulton, Scott contend for Lincoln legislative seat -- October 30, 2008

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CDT

In last May's primary vote, the two front runners for District 29 of the state legislature were neck and neck. Now they face each other in the General Election and voters will decide on Tuesday who will represent District 29 in the Statehouse.

Research, immigration raised in Regents race -- October 30, 2008

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Tim Clare and Earl Scudder are running for the seat on the Board of Regents being vacated by Charles Wilson.

Nebraska Voter Diary: The economy issue -- October 31, 2008

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Diarist Russ Iwan expresses the importance of economic issues in the context of the current campaign in NET Television's featured Campaign '08 web video. For more information go to http://www.netNebraska.org/campaign08.

Voter registration down in Nebraska compared to 2004 -- October 28, 2008

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CDT

The number of registered voters in Nebraska has declined from four years ago, the Secretary of State's office says. Fred Knapp reports.

Focus is on Terry-Esch rematch in Omaha -- October 27, 2008

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CDT

People around the country are keeping an eye on the congressional race in the Omaha area's Second Congressional District. Fred Knapp takes a look.

Voters speak as registration deadline approaches -- October 24, 2008

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Friday is the deadline to register in-person to vote in the November 4th election. Clay Masters reports.

Nebraska Voter Diary: Are candidates' personal lives private? -- October 24, 2008

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Diarists Kristi and Mark Albrecht talk about how personal information about candidates gives insight into their judgement in NET Television's featured Campaign '08 web video. For more information go to http://www.netNebraska.org/campaign08.

Hillary Clinton stumps for Obama in Omaha -- October 21, 2008

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Senator Hillary Clinton on Tuesday added her voice to those trying to pry an electoral vote for Democrat Barack Obama out of traditionally Republican Nebraska. From Omaha, Fred Knapp reports.

Senate candidates debate in Grand Island -- October 17, 2008

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Three of the four candidates vying for Senator Chuck Hagel's seat in the U.S. Senate debated Thursday night in Grand Island. Brett Erickson has this report.

Second District Congressional Debate -- October 16, 2008

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 14:00:00 CDT

Full audio from Thursday's Second District Congressional contest debate between Lee Terry (R) and Jim Esch (D).

Nebraska Voter Diary: Experience -- October 17, 2008

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Diarist SunHui Snook discusses what kind of role experience plays in presidential decision-making in NET Television's featured Campaign '08 web video. For more information go to http://www.netNebraska.org/campaign08.

Terry, Esch differ on foreign policy -- October 16, 2008

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Second District Republican Congressman Lee Terry and Democratic challenger Jim Esch disagreed on foreign and domestic policy in an Omaha debate Thursday. Fred Knapp reports.

2nd district congressional race finances -- October 15, 2008

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CDT

As the 2nd district congressional race approaches its final stretch, the candidates are also competing on the financial front. Clay Masters reports.

Nebraska's third district race -- October 14, 2008

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Overshadowed by the high-profile races this political season is the election for Nebraska's 3rd district congressional seat. Clay Masters reports. For more information on Jay Stoddard, visit http://www.jaystoddard.org/. For more information on Congressman Smith, visit http://joinadrian.com/.

Terry attempts to persuade Obama supporters -- October 13, 2008

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Republican Second-District Congressman Lee Terry's campaign has launched ads trying to persuade supporters of Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama to vote for the Republican incumbent. Sarah McCammon reports.

Nebraska Voter Diary: Media Coverage -- October 10, 2008

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Diarist Tony Edmondson deplores the lessening of journalistic standards since previous presidential campaigns in NET Television's featured Campaign '08 web video. For more information go to http://www.netNebraska.org/campaign08.

Thousands turn out in Omaha for Palin -- October 6, 2008

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Republican Vice Presidential candidate and Alaska Governor Sarah Palin said she thinks Nebraska could be important in next month's election, during a campaign stop at Omaha's Civic Auditorium Music Hall Sunday.

Senate candidates differ on ethanol -- October 3, 2008

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Nebraska Senate candidates displayed varying degrees of enthusiasm for corn-based ethanol at a university forum. Fred Knapp reports.

Nebraska Voter Diary: Sacrifice -- October 3, 2008

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Diarist Mark Albrecht considers what will have to be given up during the U.S.'s economic downturn in NET Television's featured Campaign '08 web video. For more information go to http://www.netNebraska.org/campaign08.

Nebraska Voter Diary: Campaign Ads -- September 26, 2008

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Diarist Russ Iwan thinks about the content in and spending behind campaign advertising in NET Television's featured Campaign '08 web video. For more information go to http://www.netNebraska.org/campaign08.

Nebraska Voter Diary: Disillusionment -- September 19, 2008

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Diarist Kristi Albrecht questions the reasons candidates give for wanting to be president in NET Television's featured Campaign '08 web video. For more information go to http://www.netNebraska.org/campaign08.

U.S. Senate Debate: Mike Johanns (R), Scott Kleeb (D) and Steve Larrick (Nebraska Green Party) -- September 16, 2008

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 15:30:00 CDT

Full audio from Tuesday's U.S. Senate contest debate between Mike Johanns (R), Scott Kleeb (D) and Steve Larrick (Nebraska Green Party).

Senate candidates differ on healthcare coverage -- September 16, 2008

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 12:00:00 CDT

The Republican, Democratic, and Green Party candidates offered different version of what to do about rising health care costs. Only one candidate supported universal healthcare coverage. Martin Wells reports.

Senate debate before business group -- September 16, 2008

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Three of Nebraska's U.S. candidates took different views on whether the federal government should bailout any more failing financial institutions. Nebraska Party candidate Kelly Renee Rosberg chose not to attend. Martin Wells covered Tuesday's debate in Lincoln and prepared this report.

Nebraska Voter Diary: Election process -- September 12, 2008

Fri, 12 Sep 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Diarist Tony Edmondson considers what could improve credibility in the voting process in NET Television's featured Campaign '08 web video. For more information go to http://www.netNebraska.org/campaign08.

U.S. Senate Debate: Mike Johanns (R), Scott Kleeb (D) and Steve Larrick (Nebraska Green Party) -- September 7, 2008

Wed, 10 Sep 2008 15:00:00 CDT

Full audio from Sunday's U.S. Senate contest debate between Mike Johanns (R), Scott Kleeb (D) and Steve Larrick (Nebraska Green Party).

Three U.S. Senate candidates debate in Scottsbluff -- September 9, 2008

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Nebraska's U.S. Senate candidates met in the panhandle Sunday for their second debate. Martin Wells reports.

Palin's "community organizer" comments raise ire of Nebraska social workers -- September 5, 2008

Mon, 08 Sep 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Nebraska social workers are criticizing Republican vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin for comments that they say malign community organizers.

Nebraska Voter Diary: Why politics & issues matter -- September 5, 2008

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Diarist SunHui Snook explains why she became interested in politics in NET Television's featured Campaign '08 web video. For more information go to http://www.netNebraska.org/campaign08.

Heineman backs McCain's VP pick -- August 29, 2008

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Governor Dave Heineman is adding his voice to the chorus of Republican praise for John McCain's selection of Sarah Palin as his running mate. Fred Knapp reports.

Nebraska Republicans behind McCain VP choice -- August 29, 2008

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 12:00:00 CDT

The chairman of the Nebraska Republican Party says Sarah Palin's nomination for vice president is a surprising but good pick. Fred Knapp reports.

Nebraska Voter Diary: Campaigns & Money -- August 29, 2008

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Diarist Russ Iwan wonders how to limit excessive campaign spending in NET Television's featured Campaign '08 web video. For more information go to http://www.netNebraska.org/campaign08.

Chairman: Nebraska Dems united in Denver -- August 25, 2008

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Despite reports of lingering splits at the Democratic National Convention, the chairman of the state party says Nebraska delegates are united. Fred Knapp reports.

Senate candidates debate issues -- August 23, 2008

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Nebraska's U.S. Senate candidates debated the issues Saturday at the Nebraska State Fair. Robyn Wisch reports.

2nd Democratic congressional candidates face off -- August 22, 2008

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 12:00:00 CDT

2nd District Democratic congressional candidate Jim Esch and Republican Congressman Lee Terry split on taxes and other issues in their first debate Friday. Fred Knapp traveled to Omaha and filed this report.

U.S. Senate Debate: Mike Johanns (R), Scott Kleeb (D) and Steve Larrick (Nebraska Green Party) -- August 23, 2008

Sat, 23 Aug 2008 17:45:00 CDT

Full audio from Saturday's U.S. Senate contest debate between Mike Johanns (R), Scott Kleeb (D) and Steve Larrick (Nebraska Green Party).

2nd District Congressional Debate: Jim Esch (D) & Lee Terry (R) -- August 22, 2008

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 18:00:00 CDT

Full audio from Friday's U.S. House of Representatives contest debate between Jim Esch and Lee Terry.

Nebraska Voter Diary: No Farm Talk -- August 22, 2008

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Diarist Mark Albrecht mulls over the lack of discussions about agriculture from the presidential candidates in NET Television's featured Campaign '08 web video. For more information go to http://www.netNebraska.org/campaign08.

Nebraska Democrats seek electoral college vote -- August 21, 2008

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Omaha-area Democrats are stepping up their efforts to win one of Nebraska's Electoral College votes. Fred Knapp reports.

Senate candidates speak out about USDA spending -- August 20, 2008

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Kleeb and Johanns exchange back and forth over the farm bill and USDA spending.

Nebraska Voter Diary: Staying Interested? -- August 15, 2008

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Diarist Dennis Snook discusses how hard it is to find good information locally about the presidential race in NET Television's featured Campaign '08 web video. For more information go to http://www.netNebraska.org/campaign08.

Nebraska Voter Diary: Obama's Religion -- August 8, 2008

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Diarist Deb Gaspard considers what role religious affiliation should play in presidential determination in NET Television's featured Campaign '08 web video. For more information go to http://www.netNebraska.org/campaign08.

Nebraska Voter Diary: Buying the Election? -- August 1, 2008

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Diarist Kristi Albrecht wonders whether there should be a spending limit in presidential elections in NET Television's featured Campaign '08 web video. For more information go to http://www.netNebraska.org/campaign08.

Voter "self defense" bus coming to Lincoln, Omaha -- July 18, 2008

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 12:00:00 CDT

A spinning politician on a wheel, an eight foot ball for writing messages to the candidates, and internet terminals to show how to look up factual information about them are on a bus heading through Nebraska. Bus locations: Lincoln: Havelock Farmers Market, Wednesday, July 23, 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Omaha: UNO Campus, 60th and Dodge, Thursday, July 24, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Website: http://www.votesmart.org/

Nebraska Voter Diary: Mudslinging -- July 18, 2008

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Diarist Tony Edmondson discusses the negative distractions that can come up during an election in NET Television's featured Campaign '08 web video. For more information go to http://www.netNebraska.org/campaign08.

McCain visit brings out supporters, detractors -- July 17, 2008

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Republican presidential candidate John McCain's visit to Nebraska brings out donors as well as detractors.

McCain fundraiser draws Demo response -- July 15, 2008

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 12:00:00 CDT

As Republican presidential candidate John McCain prepares for a major fundraiser in the state this afternoon, Nebraska Democrats are trying to draw a contrast with an event of their own. Fred Knapp reports.

Nebraska Voter Diary: Kids & Politics -- July 11, 2008

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Diarist SunHui Snook expresses her expectations of future President(s) as role models in NET Television's featured Campaign '08 web video. For more information go to http://www.netNebraska.org/campaign08.

Nebraska Voter Diary: American attitudes -- July 4, 2008

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Diarist Mark Albrecht talks about the President's role in uniting the country in NET Television's featured Campaign '08 web video. For more information go to http://www.netNebraska.org/campaign08.

Senate candidates differ on energy -- July 1, 2008

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 12:00:00 CDT

America's energy challenges and possible solutions are hot topics in the Nebraska U.S. Senate Race, and the candidates are emphasizing different approaches. Fred Knapp reports.

Nebraska Voter Diary: Lobbying's impact on the race -- June 27, 2008

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Diarist Deb Gaspard voices concern about lobbying's influence on the government's priorities in NET Television's featured Campaign '08 web video. For more information go to http://www.netNebraska.org/campaign08.

Nebraska Voter Diary: Division over war in Iraq -- June 20, 2008

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Diarists Russ and MiKayla Iwan discuss differing viewpoints on the Iraq war in NET Television's featured Campaign '08 web video. For more information go to http://www.netNebraska.org/campaign08.

Nebraska Voter Diary: Truth in campaign politics -- June 13, 2008

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Diarist Dennis Snook ponders what is true in NET Television's featured Campaign '08 web video. For more information go to http://www.netNebraska.org/campaign08.

Johanns-Kleeb Debate -- June 5, 2008

Mon, 09 Jun 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Full audio from Thursday's U.S. Senate contest debate between Scott Kleeb and Mike Johanns.

U.S. Senate candidates offer contrasts -- June 5, 2008

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Republican Mike Johanns and Democrat Scott Kleeb met for their first debate in the U.S. Senate race Thursday in Lincoln. For more on the candidates in the Nebraska U.S. Senate race, go to http://www.netnebraska.org/extras/campaign08/senate.htm.

Johanns accused of flip-flop on immigration -- May 30, 2008

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 12:00:00 CDT

The Nebraska Democratic Party is charging Republican U.S. Senate candidate Mike Johanns with flipflopping on immigration. Johanns' campaign says he's being consistent.

Johanns, Kleeb weigh in on abortion -- May 27, 2008

Wed, 28 May 2008 12:00:00 CDT

The National Right to Life Committee has endorsed Republican U.S. Senate candidate Mike Johanns. But Democratic candidate Scott Kleeb says labels like pro-life and pro-choice carry too much political heat.

Dems criticize Johanns over USDA conference spending -- May 21, 2008

Thu, 22 May 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Democrats are seizing on a Republican senator's report critical of USDA travel to hammer former Ag Secretary and current Republican Senate candidate Mike Johanns on spending.

Johanns leads Kleeb, 55-40 in new poll -- May 19, 2008

Mon, 19 May 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Republican Senate candidate Mike Johanns leads Democrat Scott Kleeb 55 to 40 percent in a new poll. That may be closer than some expected, but one observer says Kleeb still has a long way to go if he is to win.

First Senate debate set -- May 19, 2008

Mon, 19 May 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Republican Senate Candidate Mike Johanns and Democrat Scott Kleeb have agreed to debate June 5th, in Lincoln. It's not known if candidates from the Green Party and the Nebraska party will attend. Martin Wells reports.

Nelson: Uncertainty surrounding farm bill could help Kleeb in Senate race -- May 14, 2008

Thu, 15 May 2008 12:00:00 CDT

As the Farm bill faces an uncertain future in Washington, Nebraska U.S. Senator Ben Nelson says that may hurt former Ag Secretary Mike Johanns in his Senate race against Scott Kleeb.

Obama's primary showing weaker than caucus -- May 14, 2008

Thu, 15 May 2008 12:00:00 CDT

In light of Senator Barack Obama's decided victory over Senator Hillary Clinton in Nebraska's Democratic caucus in February, some political observers were surprised to see an almost 50-50 split between the two candidates in the non-binding primary race Tuesday.

Raimondo to support Kleeb after losing primary -- May 14, 2008

Wed, 14 May 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Scott Kleeb can expect to pick up the support of his Democratic rival.

Kleeb takes Democratic Senate primary -- May 14, 2008

Wed, 14 May 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Scott Kleeb was the big winner in last night's Democratic Senate Primary. Kleeb stressed the theme of community.

Esch defeats opponent Carter in 2nd District Democratic nomination -- May 14, 2008

Wed, 14 May 2008 12:00:00 CDT

In the 2nd District Congressional race, Jim Esch sailed to victory over Richard Carter for the Democratic nomination.

Johanns clear winner in Republican U.S. Senate primary -- May 14, 2008

Wed, 14 May 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Mike Johanns easily won the Republican U.S. Senate nomination last night.

Amendment One passes -- May 14, 2008

Wed, 14 May 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Amendment One, which allows community foundations greater flexibility regarding investing, passed last night.

Project Vote Smart: Politicians not firm on key issues -- May 9, 2008

Mon, 12 May 2008 12:00:00 CDT

The non-partisan voter education group, Project Vote Smart, is having a harder time getting politicians to tell them where they stand on key issues.

Tony Raimondo profile -- May 9, 2008

Fri, 09 May 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Tony Raimondo, the CEO of Behlen Manufacturing Columbus, is trying to earn the right to run as the Democratic nominee for the U.S. Senate. This is a switch for Raimondo, a life long Republican until recently. For more information, visit http://www.netnebraska.org/extras/campaign08/senate.htm. Tony Raimondo's website: http://www.raimondo2008.com/.

Scott Kleeb profile -- May 8, 2008

Thu, 08 May 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Democratic Senate candidate Scott Kleeb says his experience growing up overseas gives him a unique perspective on how America's actions are perceived around the world. For more information, visit http://www.netnebraska.org/extras/campaign08/senate.htm. Scott Kleeb's website: http://www.scottkleeb.com/.

Mike Johanns profile -- May 6, 2008

Tue, 06 May 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Mike Johanns was raised on a dairy farm and rose to become Secretary of Agriculture. Now he's running for the Republican nomination for the United States Senate. For more information, visit http://www.netnebraska.org/extras/campaign08/senate.htm. Mike Johanns' website: http://www.mikejohanns2008.com/.

Pat Flynn profile -- May 6, 2008

Tue, 06 May 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Before last year, Pat Flynn had never run for political office. Now, he's running for the Republican nomination for the United States Senate against a political heavyweight, former Governor and Ag Secretary Mike Johanns. For more information, visit http://www.netnebraska.org/extras/campaign08/senate.htm. Pat Flynn's website: http://www.flynn2008.com/.

Dems gain voters; GOP loses, but still has large lead -- May 6, 2008

Tue, 06 May 2008 12:00:00 CDT

A week before Nebraska's primary election, new figures show a shift in the state's voter registration.

'68 campaign much like '08, NET producer says -- May 6, 2008

Tue, 06 May 2008 12:00:00 CDT

NET Television producer Bill Kelly recently wrote and produced a documentary, "'68: The Year Nebraska Mattered." Kelly discusses his program and the similarities between the '68 and '08 campaign seasons in Nebraska.

Voter Diaries project -- May 2, 2008

Fri, 02 May 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Five politically-engaged families. Five cameras. Lots of opinions. That's the premise of NET's "Electing a President: Nebraska Voter Diaries" project. Mike Tobias of NET Television has more on how this radio, television and web project is giving Nebraskans a voice in the presidential race. For more information go to http://www.netNebraska.org/campaign08

Democratic Senate Candidate Debate -- April 26, 2008

Thu, 01 May 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Full audio from Saturday's U.S. Senate Democratic primary contest debate between Scott Kleeb and Tony Raimondo.

Senate Candidate Forum -- April 24, 2008

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Full audio from Thursday's U.S. Senate primary candidate forum. Speaking were: Larry Marvin (D), Lt. Gov. Rick Sheehy on behalf of Mike Johanns (R), Scott Kleeb (D), Tony Raimondo (D), Pat Flynn (R), and Steve Larrick (G).

Raimondo and Kleeb debate -- April 26, 2008

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Democratic U.S. Senate candidates Tony Raimondo and Scott Kleeb debated for the first time Saturday. Raimondo is a lifelong Republican turned Democrat last year. Kleeb ran for the Third Congressional District seat two years ago, losing to Republican Adrian Smith. They met at Lincoln's State Theatre.

Senate candidates meet in forum -- April 25, 2008

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Republican, Democratic and Green Party candidates for the U.S. Senate stressed different themes in appearances at a candidates' forum in Lincoln on Thursday.

Dems outraise GOP -- April 18, 2008

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Democratic Presidential candidates in Nebraska are having more sucess raising money than Republican candidates.

Johanns and Flynn meet for debate -- April 1, 2008

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Republican Senate hopefuls Mike Johanns and Pat Flynn held a debate on Monday. They are seeking to fill the seat of retiring senator Chuck Hagel.

Major labor union backs Kleeb -- March 31, 2008

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Democratic Senate candidate Scott Kleeb has won a major labor union endorsement in his primary election campaign.

Raimondo announces plans -- March 27, 2008

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Democratic Senate hopeful Tony Raimondo says the nation needs to re-energize the flailing economy by creating good-paying jobs.

Democratic candidates foresee debate -- March 24, 2008

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:00:00 CDT

It looks like Tony Raimondo and Scott Kleeb will hold their first debate the race for the Democratic U.S. Senate nomination in Lincoln next month.

Nebraska Democrats seek 3rd district seat -- March 4, 2008

Wed, 05 Mar 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Democrats Jay Stoddard and Paul Spatz say they want to raise the profile of the Third District.

Kleeb disagrees with Johanns -- February 25, 2008

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Newly-announced Democratic Senate candidate Scott Kleeb is taking a few early jabs at likely Republican nominee Mike Johanns.

Tony Raimondo makes his candidacy official -- February 25, 2008

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Tony Raimondo began his campaign for the Democratic Senate nomination Monday.

Yashirin weighs in on House race -- February 21, 2008

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 12:00:00 CDT

A Democrat running against 1st District Republican Congressman Jeff Fortenberry says fiscal discipline will be among the top issues in his campaign.

Tony Raimondo announces run for U.S. Senate -- February 4, 2008

Tue, 05 Feb 2008 12:00:00 CDT

Nebraska's U.S. Senate race has another contender. Columbus businessman Tony Raimondo is running as a Democrat.

Democrats find candidate for Hagel's Senate seat -- January 17, 2008

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 12:00:00 CDT

The Nebraska Democratic Party finally has at least one candidate for U.S. Senate.

Omaha mayor Mike Fahey won't run for Senate -- November 13, 2007

Wed, 14 Nov 2007 12:00:00 CDT

Omaha Mayor Mike Fahey says he won't seek the Democratic Senate nomination, pushing the question of who will get the party's nod farther down the road.

Kerrey out, no Democrats in Senate race -- October 24, 2007

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 12:00:00 CDT

With former Nebraska Senator and Governor Bob Kerrey saying he won't run for next year's Democratic Senate nomination, the party is back to looking around for a candidate.

Johanns announces candidacy for Senate -- October 10, 2007

Thu, 11 Oct 2007 12:00:00 CDT

Former Ag secretary and governor Mike Johanns officially launched his bid for next year's Republican Senate nomination Wednesday.

Daub withdrawal still leaves heated field -- September 28, 2007

Mon, 01 Oct 2007 12:00:00 CDT

Hal Daub's withdrawal from the Republican Senate race leaves two candidates jousting with a powerful prospective third.

Nelson: Johanns shouldn't resign now -- September 19, 2007

Thu, 20 Sep 2007 12:00:00 CDT

As Ag Secretary Mike Johanns reportedly moves closer to running for the Republican Senate nomination, he's drawing some pre-emptive criticism from Democratic Senator Ben Nelson.

Daub announces candidacy for U.S. Senate -- September 17, 2007

Wed, 19 Sep 2007 12:00:00 CDT

Former congressman and Omaha Mayor Hal Daub announced Monday that he's running for next year's Republican Senate nomination.

Kerrey holding off on campaign decision -- September 13, 2007

Fri, 14 Sep 2007 12:00:00 CDT

Former Nebraska Senator and Governor Bob Kerrey says he'll decide in the next few days whether to run for the Senate next year. And despite differences with his party, Kerrey says he remains a Democrat.

Hagel to retire from politics, for now -- September 10, 2007

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 12:00:00 CDT

Senator Chuck Hagel says he thinks he could have won if he had run for reelection. Instead, he plans to retire from politics, at least for now.

Pat Flynn announces Senate candidacy -- July 31, 2007

Wed, 01 Aug 2007 12:00:00 CDT

Schuyler businessman Pat Flynn jumped into the Republican U.S. Senate primary Tuesday, declaring he is the best leader to bring Nebraska values to Washington. Pat Flynn's campaign site is located at: http://patflynnforsenate.com/

Smith vs. Kleeb Debate from Scottsbluff -- October 15, 2006

Tue, 24 Oct 2006 12:30:00 PDT

The complete Oct. 15 debate from Scottsbluff between 3rd district congressional candidates Adrian Smith (R), and Scott Kleeb (D).

Nelson vs. Ricketts Debate from Scottsbluff -- October 15, 2006

Tue, 24 Oct 2006 12:30:00 PDT

The complete Oct. 15 debate from Scottsbluff between Senatorial candidates Ben Nelson (D), and Pete Ricketts (R).

Nebraska Gubernatorial Debate -- October 9, 2006

Wed, 11 Oct 2006 11:00:00 PDT

A recording of the October 9, 2006, Nebraska gubernatorial debate.

Fortenberry vs. Moul Debate from Norfolk -- October 8, 2006

Mon, 09 Oct 2006 10:00:00 PDT

The complete Oct. 3 debate from Norfolk between First District Congressional candidates Jeff Fortenberry (R), and Maxine Moul (D).

Nebraska Gubernatorial Debate -- August 26, 2006

Mon, 28 Aug 2006 10:00:00 PDT

The complete Aug. 26 debate from the State Fairgrounds in Lincoln between Nebraska gubernatorial candidates Dave Heineman (R), David Hahn (D) and Barry Richards (Nebraska Party).

Senate Debate -- August 11, 2006

Fri, 11 Aug 2006 18:00:00 PDT

The complete Aug. 11 debate in Lincoln between Nebraska senatorial candidates Ben Nelson and Pete Ricketts.

Moul questions Fortenberry mailing -- August 4, 2006

Fri, 04 Aug 2006 15:00:00 PDT

First District Democratic candidate Maxine Moul says a taxpayer-paid mailing by First District Republican Congressman Jeff Fortenberry raises questions.

Agreement on gubernatorial debate is cause for disagreement -- July 20, 2006

Thu, 20 Jul 2006 17:00:00 PDT

Governor Dave Heineman announced plans to debate Democratic candidate David Hahn three times before the election in November. But Hahn says an agreement between the campaigns was never reached.

Democrats and Republicans trade charges of negative campaigning in U.S. Senate race -- July 19, 2006

Wed, 19 Jul 2006 17:00:00 PDT

State Democrats and Republicans are trading charges of negative campaigning in the race for U.S. Senate.

Immigration debated at Omaha Press Club -- June 15, 2006

Thu, 15 Jun 2006 10:00:00 PDT

Different perspectives on immigration were aired at the Omaha Press Club Thursday, but there were some areas of agreement.

McCain Endorses Osborne -- May 3, 2006

Wed, 03 May 2006 10:00:00 PDT

Arizona U.S. Senator John McCain lent his support to Congressman Tom Osborne's campaign for the Republican gubernatorial nomination Tuesday.

Hastert Stumps for Osborne -- April 28, 2006

Fri, 28 Apr 2006 20:00:00 PDT

The Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives praised gubernatorial candidate Tom Osborne's congressional performance at a news conference in Lincoln Friday.

Third District Candidates Debate in Hastings -- April 28, 2006

Fri, 28 Apr 2006 20:00:00 PDT

All five Republican candidates and the sole remaining Democratic candidate for Nebraska's 3rd District congressional seat met for a debate Wednesday night in Hastings.

U.S. Senate Candidates Speak at Latino Forum in Omaha -- April 14, 2006

Fri, 14 Apr 2006 10:00:00 PDT

Two U.S. Senate candidates tackled the issue of immigration and other topics at a forum for Latino voters in Omaha Thursday evening.

GOP Candidates for Governor Debate in North Platte, Part 2 -- April 13, 2006

Thu, 13 Apr 2006 15:00:00 PDT

When the GOP candidates for Nebraska governor debated Wednesday night in North Platte, two of the topics that came up were business start-ups and ethanol. The event involving Governor Dave Heineman, businessman Dave Nabity, and Congressman Tom Osborne took place at the North Platte High School Performing Arts Center. It was the candidates third debate.

GOP Candidates for Governor Debate in North Platte, Part 1 -- April 13, 2006

Thu, 13 Apr 2006 14:00:00 PDT

Water policy and the fate of Nebraska's Class One Schools were two of the topics discussed by the Republican candidates for governor Wednesday night. Businessman Dave Nabity, 3rd District Congressman Tom Osborne and Governor Dave Heineman met for their third debate, this time in North Platte.

GOP Senate Candidates' Views on Foreign Policy -- March 31, 2006

Mon, 10 Apr 2006 20:00:00 PDT

The GOP U.S. Senate candidates appear to agree more than they disagree on important foreign policy matters.

Nebraska Gubernatorial Debate -- March 26, 2006

Mon, 27 Mar 2006 11:00:00 PDT

A recording of the March 26, 2006, Nebraska gubernatorial debate held at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Lied Center for the Performing Arts.

Heineman declines student-sponsored debate -- March 14, 2006

Tue, 14 Mar 2006 21:00:00 PDT

It looks like Governor Dave Heineman will be absent from a debate sponsored by the University of Nebraska student government in Lincoln.

Gubernatorial Candidate Agriculture Forum -- February 27, 2006

Mon, 27 Feb 2006 20:00:00 PDT

NET Radio reporter Sarah McCammon serves as moderator for this forum, which features Congressman Tom Osborne (R), Dave Nabity (R), and David Hahn (D).