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Election 2020

Election 2020

Social media dominates election politicking

November 9, 2020November 9, 2020

by Anton Johnson The consensus among people on social media: we’re sick of social media. The presidential election, and other elections including the race for Nebraska’s 2nd  Congressional district between Democrat …

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Nebraska votes on legalizing casino gambling at the state’s horse tracks

November 9, 2020November 9, 2020

by Mitchell Cutcher On this year’s ballot, Nebraskans will vote on if they want to legalize casino gaming in the state. The three specific measures are Initiative Measure 429, Initiative …

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Women show more activism in 2020 election

November 9, 2020November 10, 2020

by Kathryn O’Connor Women have mobilized to become activists and advocates in this political cycle.  Ever since 2016, when former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton became a candidate in the …

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The state of the Democratic party

November 9, 2020November 9, 2020

by Sophia Ridder, reporter The Democratic party believes in government programs, economic equality, and social justice. The key issues for Democrats in this election are healthcare, climate change, race relations, …

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Ben Sasse, election 2020

November 9, 2020November 9, 2020

by Ashanti Allen, reporter OMAHA – Senator Ben Sasse is a fifth-generation Nebraskan born in Plainview, Neb., and raised in Fremont, Neb. He has served as the Nebraska state senator …

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Chris Janicek’s Run

November 9, 2020November 9, 2020

by Corey Osborne, Reporter OMAHA – With election day past us, and with hot-button issues such as health care, police reform, and rebuilding the economy in the midst of the …

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Election Commission said Drop Boxes are “safe” and “secure” for casting Mail-in Ballots

November 9, 2020November 9, 2020

by Joey Colbert, reporter OMAHA – As we wait and see the outcome for the 2020 election, mail-in ballots could be the future for voting as the Election Commission sees …

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Iowa Flip Explained: Why Joni Ernst’s Spot Is More Than Just Senatorial

November 9, 2020November 9, 2020

by Jared Barton, reporter This election, Iowans were faced with a decision for not only their state, but potentially the entire senate. As Senator Joni Ernst’s current term comes to …

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Latinx voters may significantly impact election

November 9, 2020November 9, 2020

by Natalie Veloso The Latinx vote is expected to have a heavy impact on the 2020 election—and Omaha Latinx citizens will play a major role. In the upcoming election, 32 …

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Youth voters seek to alter the course of history in 2020 election

November 9, 2020November 9, 2020

by Ethan Wolbach The U.S. has witnessed an increase in younger voters, 18 to 29 years old, casting their ballot this election. For some, this is the first election they …

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