Election threats? Keep calm and vote on.
What are the threats that experts find to be genuine, and what can we all relax about?
Now is a time for saying thanks.
Over the past week, we witnessed a formidable demonstration of what makes Nebraska unique – engaged citizens, thoughtful state senators, and the independence of our Legislature. When national pressure again […]
Statement on Sen. McDonnell and winner-take-all
On Sept. 23, 2024, Civic Nebraska issued the following statement on Sen. Mike McDonnell of Omaha’s announcement he would not support a special session to change Nebraska’s electoral vote allocation […]
What does Project 2025 say about voting rights?
The Heritage Foundation, a conservative think tank, has been the subject of many headlines in recent months. The organization’s 922-page report, called Project 2025, outlines actions the next president should […]
Jay Jackson: The conservative case against winner-take-all
Note: Jay Jackson is an Omaha attorney and author of “Decent Discourse: Saving Your Country by Loving Your (Wrong?) Neighbor.” He received his law degree from George Mason University School […]
Tell state senators NO to winner-take-all
Dear friends, Perhaps you’ve seen the news: An outside pressure campaign to meddle with Nebraska’s Electoral College allocation process has re-emerged. This effort is un-Nebraskan, and we should never seek to change how our votes are […]
Be cool. Celebrate National Voter Registration Day.
Move over, Halloween. Take a seat, Fourth of July. There’s a new holiday rising in the ranks, and it’s all about democracy – and a little bit about looking cool […]
Making amends, and making amendments
Sept. 17 is Constitution Day, set aside to commemorate what it took to bring the U.S. Constitution to life and a time to pledge to protect and defend it. Our […]
Check-in Nebraska Day on Oct. 10 encourages connection, well-being
Nebraskans are coming together to promote mental well-being by encouraging one another to check in on a friend, acquaintance, or loved one.
Vote-by-mail is tested, secure & reliable
Early mail-in ballots are secure, time-tested, and trustworthy, and they help more Americans participate in elections without sacrificing election integrity.