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AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Nebraska's presidential and state primaries

May. 10, 2024 07:44 AM EDT

WASHINGTON (AP) — Nebraskans will cast presidential primary ballots Tuesday in a reliably Republican state that could nonetheless be a decisive one in the race for the White House. Voters will also decide several contested state primaries, including the U.S. Senate, where both Republican...

Editorial Roundup: Nebraska

Mar. 18, 2024 12:37 PM EDT

Journal Star. March 17, 2024. Editorial: Alberts’ departure should prompt some introspection Nebraska got the shocking news Wednesday that Nebraska athletic director Trev Alberts was leaving to take the same position at Texas A&M. Alberts’...

Editorial Roundup: Nebraska

Mar. 11, 2024 07:13 AM EDT

Lincoln Journal Star. March 9, 2024. Editorial: Piecemeal approach to tax reforms brings danger Increase the sales tax by 1 or 2 cents to offset property taxes. Eliminate sales tax exemptions to build receipts to the state general fund. Repeal the inheritance tax. Put...