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Morning Digest: How clean energy advocates could take over a major Nebraska utility
Sara Kohen, one of three clean energy advocates running for the Omaha Public Power District in November (credit: Sara Kohen campaign site)
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Renewable energy advocates have the chance to win...
The GOP races to dismantle Black districts
The news on the redistricting front remains grim for anyone who believes in democracy and minority voting rights. On this week’s episode of The Downballot podcast, co-hosts David Nir and David Beard survey the latest damage, which includes...
Morning Digest: It looks like Dan Osborn will get his one-on-one with Pete Ricketts
Dan Osborn, independent candidate for Senate in Nebraska. (Credit: Dan Osborn website.)
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Independent Dan Osborn appears to be on his way to getting a one-on-one general election against Republican Sen. Pete Ric...
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In addition to the copious content we publish, The Downballot is home to a vibrant community of election enthusiasts and has been since 2003. Here you’ll find one of the most thoughtful, high-quality discussion f...
Morning Digest: How many Nebraska Senate candidates actually want to serve in the Senate?
Nebraska independent Dan Osborn—who unquestionably does want to serve in the U.S. Senate. (Credit: Dan Osborn site)
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Nebraska’s U.S. Senate race takes center stage on Tuesday as the 2026 primary season continue...
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