Lessons in calling out authority – and keeping faith in it
Skepticism of our leaders is quintessentially American, Jordan Martin writes. And so is our trust in our processes, institutions, and one another.
It’s all on the line, Nebraska – and we can do better
The power of redistricting carries enormous weight. There are options beyond putting it in the hands of those seeking partisan gain, Jordan Martin writes.
Finishing strong
Having put in the hard work for most of the pandemic, we want to finally be able to ease off. But now – more than any other time – is for vigilance, Jordan Martin writes.
Begone, QAnon: Let’s augment reality
Why conspiracy theories exist, why people come under their spell, and how to repel them as we move forward together.
Republican or Democrat, voting has been a success
It’s in moments like these when we must remember that there is good, encouraging work being done, Jordan Martin writes.
In our new normal, a new definition of ‘self-control’
We must acknowledge we have no control over many things in our lives – and we can turn our attention to what we *can* control, Jordan Martin writes.
Confronting racism’s legacy, from town to country
It is important for all Nebraskans, but especially for those of us who were raised away from cities and unaware of our state’s history of racism, to come to grips with this reality.
In what feels like a helpless time, be helpful
We obviously need to stay at home to prevent COVID-19’s spread. That doesn’t mean we’re helpless, however.
Keep the fire burning this winter. Register to vote.
It’s late January. The temperatures are frigid, and the snow is flying. You know what that means – it’s time to get ready to vote! Now, I can hear your […]
Rejecting echo-nomics and crossing the political divide
It’s not really breaking news for me to inform you that we have issues when it comes to having frank and respectful conversations with those who disagree with us. Much […]
