By Jess Prucka
College Republicans at the University of Nebraska at Omaha say it is important to support candidates in this midterm election who best represent Nebraska.
Xavier McCaig, president and chair of the UNO College Republicans, said he supports incumbent Don Bacon because of his experience as a U.S. Air Force general and his voting record in the U.S. House of Representatives.
“I want Don Bacon to be elected for Congress because he is an excellent human being, and his stance on healthcare, military and others align with what I believe in,” McCaig said. “Bacon has great plans for Nebraska.”
McCaig said the College Republicans also support the re-election of Sen. Deb Fisher, R.-Neb. She does her job and represents Nebraska very well, McCaig said.
Matthew Norrie, vice chair of UNO College Republicans, said voting in elections is an important part of a representative government.
“Voting is the backbone of any democratic society, and always remember your opinion does matter,” Norrie said. “Before going to vote, be educated on who you are voting for and what their views are on the issues. Then vote for the person who most relates with your views.”
Norrie said those who do not vote say they don’t care about government. Voting shows citizens care about their country. If citizens do not like the current representation, then they should vote to change it.
McCaig said students on campus can find out more about College Republicans through Engage.
“Being in an organization where you are with the people who have the same views as you do is the reason for being in any organization,” McCaig said. “What sets us apart from other political organizations is that we talk through the issues and say what we think, instead of just agreeing with our party about everything.”
College Republicans is a nationwide student organization sanctioned by the Republican Party.
College Republicans are the future leaders of the conservative movement and the grassroots arm of the Republican Party, according to the College Republican National Committee website.
