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Opinion

Op-ed: Rep. Don Bacon shows refugee advocacy doesn't have to be partisan

Op-ed: Rep. Don Bacon shows refugee advocacy doesn't have to be partisan

  • Kelly Ryan

In a World-Herald op-ed, Kelly Ryan writes about Rep. Don Bacon's support for refugees. 

Op-ed: Hunger is rising in Nebraska. Here's why food banks are sounding the alarm

Op-ed: Hunger is rising in Nebraska. Here's why food banks are sounding the alarm

  • Michaella Kumke and Brian Barks

In a World-Herald op-ed, the presidents of two local food banks sound the alarm about the rise of hunger in Nebraska.

Paul Hammel: Foreign trade a big deal, so Pillen trade mission to Far East logical

Paul Hammel: Foreign trade a big deal, so Pillen trade mission to Far East logical

    Someone has to get out there and try to repair relationships with our foreign trade partners, the columnist says.

    Hammel: Candidates do the 'one foot in, one foot out' dance prior to November election

    Hammel: Candidates do the 'one foot in, one foot out' dance prior to November election

      Columnist: "Every day, it seems, we have new candidates joining races, old candidates dropping out, and at least a couple of new political parties forming to field even more candidates."

      Op-ed: My son joined a UNL fraternity and I didn't know what to expect. Here's how it's gone

      Op-ed: My son joined a UNL fraternity and I didn't know what to expect. Here's how it's gone

      • Erica Venancio

      In a World-Herald op-ed, Erica Venancio writes about her son's experience at a UNL fraternity. 

      Op-ed: What a work of fiction can teach us about generosity in Nebraska

      Op-ed: What a work of fiction can teach us about generosity in Nebraska

      • Julie L. Masters

      In a World-Herald op-ed, UNO professor Julie Masters writes about generosity in Nebraska. 

      Paul Hammel: Second verse, same as the first — more budget cuts needed

      Paul Hammel: Second verse, same as the first — more budget cuts needed

        Columnist: "It seems to me that we have some tough times, and it’s time to take a “pause” or slightly reduce the income tax cut for a year or two."

        State treasurer: It’s time to declare your financial independence

        State treasurer: It’s time to declare your financial independence

          State treasurer: "Financial independence doesn’t mean being wealthy. It means building enough financial security to withstand life’s inevitable challenges."

          Op-ed: Why Bob Kerrey remains one of Nebraska's most inspirational figures

          Op-ed: Why Bob Kerrey remains one of Nebraska's most inspirational figures

            Bud Pettigrew enters The World-Herald's Nebraska history essay contest with a submission about Bob Kerrey. 

            Where champions are made: Welcoming the National High School Finals Rodeo back to Nebraska | Sen. Tanya Storer

            Where champions are made: Welcoming the National High School Finals Rodeo back to Nebraska | Sen. Tanya Storer

              "This week, Nebraska once again has the privilege of welcoming one of the most prestigious youth sporting events in the world: the National High School Finals Rodeo (NHSFR)."

              Op-ed: I'm a former FBI special agent. Congress needs to restore this intelligence tool

              Op-ed: I'm a former FBI special agent. Congress needs to restore this intelligence tool

                In a World-Herald op-ed, former FBI Special Agent in Charge Weysan Dunn implores Congress to restore a key intelligence tool. 

                Taking time for what matters most | Sen. Tanya Storer

                Taking time for what matters most | Sen. Tanya Storer

                  "Summer in Nebraska offers many opportunities to step back and reconnect with the people and traditions that matter most," writes state Sen. Tanya Storer.

                  Op-ed: U.P.'s proposed merger would make tough times even tougher for Nebraska farmers

                  Op-ed: U.P.'s proposed merger would make tough times even tougher for Nebraska farmers

                    Last month, the pending Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern merger was paused as regulators asked for more details. Let’s hope their pause is more than a box checking exercise.

                    Op-ed: I'm a Nebraska state senator. We must protect kids from the hazards of e-motorcycles

                    Op-ed: I'm a Nebraska state senator. We must protect kids from the hazards of e-motorcycles

                      In a World-Herald op-ed, Omaha-area state Sen. R. Brad von Gillern warns of the risks posed by illegal e-motorcycle riding. 

                      Op-ed by Dan Osborn: Democrats and Republicans have a chokehold on our politics

                      Op-ed by Dan Osborn: Democrats and Republicans have a chokehold on our politics

                      In a World-Herald op-ed, Dan Osborn writes that the two-party system has inflicted ailments upon the country that the founding fathers warned against. 

                      Paul Hammel: Loyal volleyball fans lose seats to those with the most money

                      Paul Hammel: Loyal volleyball fans lose seats to those with the most money

                      "Loyal fans like me are being asked to step aside so people who have more money … can choose the best seats in the house."

                      Paul Hammel: Maybe smartphones don't make us 'smart'

                      Paul Hammel: Maybe smartphones don't make us 'smart'

                      As parents, we could, and should, set our own limits on smartphones. After all, we’re all smart; we have smartphones.

                      Shawn Pierce: Where a pen, some talent and courage can take you – a requiem for Paul Fell

                      Shawn Pierce: Where a pen, some talent and courage can take you – a requiem for Paul Fell

                      Paul Fell shared his knowledge and talents as a cartoonist and always got his message across, a friend says.

                      Op-ed: UNO legend Connie Claussen changed women's sports in Nebraska forever

                      Op-ed: UNO legend Connie Claussen changed women's sports in Nebraska forever

                      John Fey enters The World-Herald's Nebraska history contest with an essay about women's sports pioneer Connie Claussen.

                      Op-ed: The most inspirational Nebraskans are the Benedictine monks of Mount Michael Abbey

                      Op-ed: The most inspirational Nebraskans are the Benedictine monks of Mount Michael Abbey

                      In an entry in The World-Herald's Nebraska history essay contest, Jack Horgan writes about the monks of Mount Michael Abbey. 

                      The hard balance: Local control, rural schools and property tax relief | Sen. Tanya Storer

                      The hard balance: Local control, rural schools and property tax relief | Sen. Tanya Storer

                      "... the debate is not over whether property taxes should be reduced."

                      Op-ed: I'm a state championship Nebraska coach. Trans kids deserve to participate in prep sports

                      Op-ed: I'm a state championship Nebraska coach. Trans kids deserve to participate in prep sports

                      In a World-Herald op-ed, Lincoln Southwest High School coach Ryan Salem writes in support of transgender students participating in prep sports. 

                      Op-ed by John Cavanaugh: The Pillen-supported THC ban is unpopular and misguided

                      Op-ed by John Cavanaugh: The Pillen-supported THC ban is unpopular and misguided

                      In a World-Herald op-ed, state Sen. John Cavanaugh writes to oppose a Pillen-supported measure that would ban food and drink items with trace amounts of THC. 

                      Op-ed: Data center growth requires a Nebraska approach to water use

                      Op-ed: Data center growth requires a Nebraska approach to water use

                      In a World-Herald op-ed, state Sen. Tom Bradnt writes about the demands that data center growth put on Nebraska's water use. 

                      Mary Jane Skala: 8 hours on the road in Nebraska. What a glorious day

                      Mary Jane Skala: 8 hours on the road in Nebraska. What a glorious day

                      I drove four hours to an assignment in Gering last Saturday. The sun was warm. The views were breathtaking. I don't understand why people say Nebraska is boring.

                      Op-ed: I'm a local Catholic theologian. Here's what Pope Leo's new AI guidance means for Nebraska

                      Op-ed: I'm a local Catholic theologian. Here's what Pope Leo's new AI guidance means for Nebraska

                      In a World-Herald op-ed, Creighton associate theology professor Dr. Daniel R. DiLeo discusses how Nebraska lawmakers can learn from the Pope's new encyclical on AI.

                      Op-ed: We're Nebraska's auditor and treasurer. The state surrenders its shareholder voice

                      Op-ed: We're Nebraska's auditor and treasurer. The state surrenders its shareholder voice

                      In a World-Herald op-ed, state Auditor Mike Foley and Treasurer Joey Spellerberg propose a key change to Nebraska Investment Council policy. 

                      Op-ed: Nebraska legislators accomplished a lot this spring. Now we're looking ahead to 2027

                      Op-ed: Nebraska legislators accomplished a lot this spring. Now we're looking ahead to 2027

                      In a World-Herald op-ed, state Sen. Kathleen Kauth reviews the 2026 legislative session and looks ahead to 2027.

                      Op-ed: I'm a former local superintendent. We need to stop limiting growth for young Nebraskans

                      Op-ed: I'm a former local superintendent. We need to stop limiting growth for young Nebraskans

                      In a World-Herald op-ed, former Millard Public Schools superintendent Jim Sutfin writes about barriers to a stronger Nebraska workforce. 

                      Upset win in secretary of state primary wasn't unexpected | Paul Hammel

                      Upset win in secretary of state primary wasn't unexpected | Paul Hammel

                      Scott Petersen touted himself as a “conservative leader” and the “America First” candidate who would “restore trust” in state elections.

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