Nebraska Open Letters

From a verified voter in Lincoln, NE

Oppose anti-voter legislation, protect democratic participation

This proposed legislation threatens voting rights and democratic processes. Eliminating online voter registration and restricting mail-in voting would create unnecessary barriers for many citizens to exercise their fundamental right to vote. Requiring specific grounds for early voting is an unreason

From a verified voter in Lincoln, NE

Two questions: One, why was President Musk doing the Nazi salute recently? Is the Republican Party officially Nazi now? And two, with the January 6 convicted criminals being pardoned, is it finally legal now to break into the Capitol Building and smear feces on the walls? Thanks for your reply.

From a verified voter in Omaha, NE

Unconstitutional Executive Order

The 14th Amendment is clear: No politician can decide who among those born in our country is ‘worthy’ of citizenship. Yet a new executive order seeks to deny citizenship to countless children born in the United States. This flies in the face of the 14th Amendment and goes against over 100 years of

From a verified voter in Bellevue, NE

I saw Don Bacon on WOWT this morning. He was saying Trump was wrong to pardon the January 6th criminals who hurt police officers. Do you have the courage to stand up to Trump like that too?

From a constituent in Lincoln, NE

Reject Musk, denounce intolerance and defend democratic values

I share concerns about Elon Musk's recent behavior and apparent ideological leanings. The alleged Nazi salute at Trump's inauguration, along with his expressions of support for far-right groups like the AfD in Germany and individuals like Tommy Robinson, are deeply troubling. Giving a platform to th

From a constituent in Grand Island, NE

We oppose the birthright citizenship executive order.

The proposed executive order seeks to deny birthright citizenship to children born in the United States to undocumented immigrant mothers or mothers temporarily present on non-immigrant visas, whose fathers are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents. This would undermine the 14th Amendment's guara

From a constituent in Fort Calhoun, NE

Preserve Nebraska's fair electoral vote allocation system

The proposed "winner-take-all" bill to award all of Nebraska's electoral college votes to the statewide popular vote winner would diminish the voices of many Nebraskans. The current system of allocating electoral votes based on the winner of each congressional district ensures that voters across the

From a verified voter in Lincoln, NE

Unconditional wildfire aid and recovery support for California

California is facing a devastating wildfire crisis, with fires burning over 40,000 acres, destroying over 12,000 structures, and tragically claiming 24 lives. The state's leadership has made efforts to mitigate wildfires in the past, such as controlled burning, logging, and creating firebreaks, but

From a constituent in Lincoln, NE

TikTok ban risks small business economic disruption

As a small business owner in Nebraska, I rely heavily on TikTok for my economic livelihood. The platform has become an indispensable tool for reaching customers, promoting my products, and driving sales. A sudden ban on TikTok would severely disrupt my ability to sustain my business and generate inc

From a verified voter in Omaha, NE

Oppose Unqualified and Dangerous Cabinet Nominees

Please do the right thing and put the good of the country over your party by opposing the cabinet nominations for those individuals who are completely unqualified for the positions and pose a danger to our citizens and especially your constituents in Nebraska. I, as well as a majority of the populat

From a verified voter in Omaha, NE

In showing respect for president jimmy carter, it is the law, that the flag be flown at half staff For 30 days, including inauguration day "The flag shall be flown at half-staff 30 days from the death of the President..." It is disrespectful to not adhere to customes and direct order from president

From a constituent in Lincoln, NE

Make Nebraska Proud

We have entered a new Congressional term, the 118th. On Monday, January 20th, Donald Trump will be inaugurated as the 47th President. I write to remind you that, however you feel about Trump or the Republican Party, they are not what where your allegiance should lie. Your allegiance should firs

From a verified voter in Papillion, NE

SUPPORT SENATOR MARKEY'S TIKTOK ACT

I am writing to request my congressperson to support the newly introduced "extend the Tiktok deadline act." This has been introduced by Senator Markey to delay the ban by 270 days. Within that extension, we can work together to determine a better conclusion that will not cause unrest in over 160 mil

From a verified voter in Bellevue, NE

Please ask serious questions of Mr. Hegseth's lack of managerial experience.

From a constituent in Palisade, NE

Support the Extend the TikTok Deadline Act

I’m writing to ask you to support the newly introduced “Extend the TikTok Deadline Act” from Senator Markey. This bill will delay the banning of TikTok for 270 days, giving Congress time to seek ways to address TikTok’s problems without banning it altogether. This ban will harm millions of American

From a verified voter in Bellevue, NE

Texas Governor Abbott has ordered flags to be raised to full staff for Trump’s inauguration. This isn’t needed. First, it’s just to make Trump feel better because he’s upset about being sworn in during the time we’re honoring former President Carter. Second, this isn’t the first time a president h

From a verified voter in Bellevue, NE

Please tell me your husband didn't snub VP Harris by refusing to shake her hand.

From a verified voter in Bellevue, NE

I'm worried that Pete Hegseth might not have the skills or the right attitude to run the Department of Defense. Stories about his behavior, including heavy drinking and inappropriate relationships, along with his inability to manage a large organization, make him a bad choice for the job. What real

From a verified voter in Bellevue, NE

I live in Bellevue, I'm 66 years old, and I plan on retiring when I turn 70. While I should have my Mutua of Omaha pension, I will have to also rely on Social Security and Medicare to maintain at least a minimal standard of living. Please do NOT cut the social safety net to pay for tax cuts for Pr

From a verified voter in Bellevue, NE

I suppose I should point out that if the GOP doesn't elect a speaker on Friday, you can't be sworn in to a new term of Congress, which means the election can't be certified on 1/6. But go ahead — you do you...