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Biographical Profiles and Positions on the Issues

November 3, 2026 Nebraska General Election

Candidates for Governor and Lieutenant Governor, Nebraska

Jim Pillen - R

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Joe Kelly - R

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Lynne M. Walz

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Ben Steffen - D

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Rick Beard - USM

►Websitewww.rickforgov.org/

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Keenya Barnes - USM

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Jim Pillen

Biographical

General Philosophy

Personal and Family

Professional Experience

Civic Involvement

Political Experience

Religious Affiliation

Accomplishments and Awards

Educational Background

Military Service

Reasons & Objectives

Goals If Elected

Areas to Concentrate On

Housing & Communities

Community Development

Health & Medical

Healthcare

Endorsments, Voting, Elections, Politics & Government

Government & Democracy

Government Accountability

Government Transparency

Bipartisanship

Jobs, Economy, Trade, Business, Industry & Agriculture

Economy

Agriculture

Infrastructure

Affordability Crisis

Education & Schools

Education

Higher Education & College Costs

Courts, Laws & Justice

Criminal Justice System, Reform & Disparity

Civil, Religious, LGBTQ & Human Rights

Freedom

Infrastructure & Transportation

Infrastructure

Taxes

Property Taxes