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Opinion

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

    • Ryan Salem

    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

    • John Cavanaugh

    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

    • Tom Brandt

    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

    • MARY JANE SKALA Kearney Hub

    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

      • Mike Foley and Joey Spellerberg

      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.

            Independent candidates offer hope for change in Washington | Steve Martin

            Independent candidates offer hope for change in Washington | Steve Martin

              About 90% of all seats in Congress are considered "safe." That means the minority party has virtually no chance of winning the election.

              Response to news stories confirms there are still good people out there | Paul Hammel

              Response to news stories confirms there are still good people out there | Paul Hammel

                Columnist says it’s good to know that stories like the ones about foster parent Nora Boesem and others about the state’s fire-ravaged ranches can still have an impact.

                Op-ed: High property taxes are still hurting Nebraska. Here's how the Legislature can do more to help

                Op-ed: High property taxes are still hurting Nebraska. Here's how the Legislature can do more to help

                  Nebraskans are tired of watching their property tax bills climb year after year while neighboring states aggressively compete for families, workers, businesses, and investment.

                  Can Walz or Lindstrom beat Gov. Jim Pillen? Why not? | Paul Hammel

                  Can Walz or Lindstrom beat Gov. Jim Pillen? Why not? | Paul Hammel

                    Democrats and independents may have a shot at the statehouse with politicians at a low on the popularity scale.

                    'Hall of Hot Winds' gasses up for election season | Paul Hammel

                    'Hall of Hot Winds' gasses up for election season | Paul Hammel

                    "Nebraska is one of only 26 states that allow voters – if they collect enough signatures to put something on the ballot – to directly pass laws and amendments ..."

                    Ignoring another chance to be safer | George Ayoub

                    Ignoring another chance to be safer | George Ayoub

                    "The ongoing dispute over who first said, 'May you live in interesting times,' pales when considering what 'interesting' means these days," writes George Ayoub.

                    The power and privilege of the ballot | Sen. Tanya Storer

                    The power and privilege of the ballot | Sen. Tanya Storer

                    "Voter participation often varies from election to election, but the consequences of every race and every ballot measure are real and lasting."

                    Op-ed by John Cavanaugh: Many claims about me are flat-out false. Here's the truth

                    Op-ed by John Cavanaugh: Many claims about me are flat-out false. Here's the truth

                    In an op-ed, John Cavanaugh seeks to debunk claims made about him in recent advertisements. 

                    Op-ed: I run the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce. Nebraska's effort to Go Big is just beginning

                    Op-ed: I run the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce. Nebraska's effort to Go Big is just beginning

                    In an op-ed, Nebraska state Chamber of Commerce president Matt Williams writes about efforts to make Nebraska more competitive.

                    Lessons from a forgotten Nazi concentration camp, liberated 81 years ago

                    Lessons from a forgotten Nazi concentration camp, liberated 81 years ago

                    "The soldiers didn’t need directions. They followed the bodies."

                    Is a federal gas tax like an 'aging rock star on a farewell tour?' | Paul Hammel

                    Is a federal gas tax like an 'aging rock star on a farewell tour?' | Paul Hammel

                    "Nebraska is one of only 26 states that allow voters – if they collect enough signatures to put something on the ballot – to directly pass laws and amendments ..."

                    Justice Thomas’ speech: Political attacks, unanswered judicial questions | David Adler

                    Justice Thomas’ speech: Political attacks, unanswered judicial questions | David Adler

                    "President Trump will stand at the podium in a time of deep division and great challenge," David Adler writes in his weekly column.

                    New Nebraska law gives ranchers the right-of-way | Sen. Tanya Storer

                    New Nebraska law gives ranchers the right-of-way | Sen. Tanya Storer

                    "I introduced LB977 to strengthen safety protections for livestock being moved along Nebraska's roads and highways."

                    Anger rises over changes made in citizen-adopted laws | Paul Hammel

                    Anger rises over changes made in citizen-adopted laws | Paul Hammel

                    "Nebraska is one of only 26 states that allow voters – if they collect enough signatures to put something on the ballot – to directly pass laws and amendments ..."

                    The ‘times’ anything but interesting | George Ayoub

                    The ‘times’ anything but interesting | George Ayoub

                    "The ongoing dispute over who first said, 'May you live in interesting times,' pales when considering what 'interesting' means these days," writes George Ayoub.

                    Another legislative session in the books, along with another budget crisis averted | Paul Hammel

                    Another legislative session in the books, along with another budget crisis averted | Paul Hammel

                    "I can attest that the fire drill-like finish to legislative sessions leaves you ready for something different. Or a stiff drink," writes columnist Paul Hammel.

                    A session of action and vetoes | Sen. Tanya Storer

                    A session of action and vetoes | Sen. Tanya Storer

                    "Our duty remains to enact policy that is practical, fiscally sound, and responsive to the needs of Nebraska communities," writes state Sen. Tanya Storer.

                    It’s time to ask some questions of Nebraska’s Congressional delegation | George Ayoub

                    It’s time to ask some questions of Nebraska’s Congressional delegation | George Ayoub

                    "If you’re keeping score at home, this year’s U.S. Senate campaign in Nebraska may require you to learn a new set of symbols to gauge progress ..."

                    A strong finish to the 2026 legislative session | Sen. Tanya Storer

                    A strong finish to the 2026 legislative session | Sen. Tanya Storer

                    "My focus throughout the session remained firmly on the needs and values of District 43," writes state Sen. Tanya Storer.

                    Political craziness now includes supposed 'plants' running for U.S. Senate | Paul Hammel

                    Political craziness now includes supposed 'plants' running for U.S. Senate | Paul Hammel

                    "The looming primary election on May 12 for U.S. Senate is, allegedly, quite a planting session, generating competing claims that candidates are 'plants' to help or hurt the two leading candidates,'" writes columnist Paul Hammel.

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