2024 NE Senate race: on Principles & Values
Peter Ricketts:
I often say Nebraska is what America is supposed to be
Nebraska Gov Jim Pillen made the expected choice, appointing his predecessor and political benefactor, Pete Ricketts, to the U.S. Senate. Ricketts, who finished his second term as governor last week, fills the seat that
Sen. Ben Sasse, R-Neb., vacated to lead the University of Florida.Ricketts thanked [incoming Governor Jim] Pillen and said he was grateful for the "unexpected opportunity. …
I am humbled and grateful for the opportunity that Governor Pillen has given me." He told those gathered in the room, including state senators and
U.S. Sen. Deb Fischer, R-Neb., "I often say Nebraska is what America is supposed to be, and it's never been truer at any point in our history."
Source: Nebraska Examiner on 2024 Nebraska Senate race
Jan 12, 2023
Peter Ricketts:
More faith-based practices in Nebraska schools
Gov. Pete Ricketts voiced support for allowing more faith-based practices in Nebraska schools during an event celebrating Religious Freedom Week. Ricketts' comments came in response to a question regarding a tweet by Republican gubernatorial candidate
Jim Pillen. Ricketts, who cannot run for reelection because of term limits, has strongly supported Pillen's campaign for governor."We need to put God back into our schools,"
Pillen tweeted. "I strongly support efforts to put prayer back into our K-12 schools. We should be teaching the next generation to love God and our great country."
The tweet referenced the U.S. Supreme Court decision that determined a Washington high school football coach was within his rights to pray at midfield following football games.
Source: Omaha World-Herald on Twitter post:2024 Nebraska Senate race
Jun 29, 2022
Peter Ricketts:
We remain the cornerstone of global peace and prosperity
[On America's role]: "In America, it doesn't matter where you start. With enough grit and hard work, you can go anywhere," Ricketts said. "That's why the world wants to come here. That's why they send their very best students to study and train here.
It's why nearly every major innovation and breakthrough comes from America. It's why so many seek out better lives in America. Through our strength, we remain the cornerstone of global peace and prosperity."
Source: 2024 Nebraska Senate campaign website Ricketts.Senate.gov
Apr 17, 2023
Preston Love:
Attributes his achievements to his faith in Jesus Christ
A dynamic speaker and prolific author, Love has penned over half a dozen books, including a nationally recognized children's book that fosters learning for empowerment. His commitment to education and advocacy has earned him awards,
establishing him as an award-winning author and columnist. As the President of the men in his church, Antioch COGIC, Love attributes his achievements to his faith in Jesus Christ, finding strength in his spiritual leader and devoted wife, Martha.
Source: 2024 Nebraska Senate campaign website Love4Senate.com
Mar 8, 2024
Dan Osborn:
Won't accept endorsements from any party or politician
Osborn announced that he will not be taking endorsements from any party or politician. He said he's a candidate for all, regardless of affiliation. "So whether you're Republican, Independent, Libertarian, Marijuana Now; I don't really care.
I welcome all who want to join me to change what's broken in Washington, D.C. Probably no political campaign has done ever this before but I don't want to put politicians, parties and profits over people," Osborn said.
Source: KETV on 2024 Nebraska Senate race
May 15, 2024
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