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John Cavanaugh For Congress

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State Senator for Midtown Omaha, running for Congress in #NE02 to stand up for all of us and stand up to Trump. secure.actblue.com/donate/cavanaugh…

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Congressional Progressive Caucus PAC @progressivecaucus.bsky.social · 12/11/2025
@johncavanaugh.org, a fierce champion for Nebraskans with a long record of protecting workers’ rights and fighting to lower costs for families, will fight to end the Trump administration's attack on our health care and build an economy that is more affordable. We're thrilled to endorse his campaign!
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End Citizens United @endcitizensunited.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
Yesterday, we launched Unrig Washington and 80+ members of Congress and congressional candidates are already on board. This new campaign is centered around three critical reforms that voters across the ideological spectrum are demanding.
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 15/08/2025
Thanks to Omapod for talking with us about social security at the town hall. www.omapod.com/p/governor-m...
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Governor Martin O'Malley & Senator John Cavanaugh on the future of Social Security (live from CWA Local 7400)
EXCLUSIVE: "It is so clear that they are going after Social Security"
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 15/08/2025
More coverage of yesterday's town hall from KETV. www.ketv.com/article/cong...
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Congressional candidate John Cavanaugh talks with voters at town hall
In Commitment 2026 news, congressional candidate John Cavanaugh was making his case to voters on Thursday afternoon.
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 15/08/2025
Thank you to Gov. @martinomalley.bsky.social for coming to Omaha to talk about the importance of electing people to Congress who will protect Social Security. omaha.com/news/local/g...
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In Omaha, former Social Security commissioner says midterms essential to protecting program
Nebraska congressional candidate and Omaha State Sen. John Cavanaugh spoke about strengthening social security alongside the program's former commissioner Martin O'Malley.
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 13/08/2025
If I earn your trust and am elected to Congress, I’ll fight to protect and improve Social Security for the next 90 years and beyond. Both for current beneficiaries and for generations to come. omaha.com/opinion/colu...
omaha.com
John Cavanaugh: Here's how I'd work in Congress to protect Social Security
State Sen. John Cavanaugh, a Democrat running for Congress in Nebraska's 2nd Congressional District, writes about the future of Social Security as the program marks 90 years since its enactment.
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 12/08/2025
Join former Social Security Commissioner Gov. @martinomalley.bsky.social and Sen. John Cavanaugh for a Town Hall on Social Security, Thursday Aug. 14th from 3-5 PM at the CWA Hall just south of 44th & Center. Event is open to the public and press. Hope to see you there!
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FactPost @factpostnews.bsky.social · 30/07/2025
Trump's Treasury Secretary says the Trump Accounts created by the budget bill are a "backdoor for privatizing Social Security"
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 06/08/2025
Thanks to Beto for having this event in Omaha! It was great to be there and see so many Democrats fired up for change! omaha.com/news/local/g...
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In Omaha visit, Beto O'Rourke rallies Nebraska Dems to be 'ruthless' in pursuit of power
Former U.S. Rep. Beto O’Rourke urged Nebraska Democrats to take the gloves off and fight ruthlessly to win power during a spirited town hall that drew more than 500 people
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Omaha World-Herald @owhnews.bsky.social · 29/07/2025
John Cavanaugh campaign touts poll showing frontrunner in Nebraska's 2nd District primary
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John Cavanaugh campaign touts poll showing frontrunner in Nebraska's 2nd District primary
The first poll released by a candidate for Nebraska's 2nd Congressional District shows State Sen. John Cavanaugh leading among likely Democratic voters.
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AFSCME @afscme.bsky.social · 24/07/2025
Today, marks 16 years since the federal minimum wage was last increased. Since then, CEO pay has increased by 91%. What's the best way to strengthen worker power and secure family-sustaining wages? Get Organized.
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 25/07/2025
"The Trump administration's unconstitutional withholding of funds... hurts kids. Cuts to SNAP hurt families, businesses, and blow a hole in the state's budget. We need a leader in Washington who will stand up to President Trump's erratic behavior." www.3newsnow.com/central-omah...
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Completely Kids after-school program federal funding unfrozen, weeks before school starts
Completely Kids recovers $350,000 in frozen federal funds with help from Nebraska lawmakers, allowing continued after-school care for 3,000 Omaha students.
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NPR @npr.org · 24/07/2025
Today, President Trump signed a bill into law that will eliminate $1.1B of federal funding for public media. This devastating act tipped the threat against journalism in America into a crisis. Millions depend on the NPR Network. Now, we’re counting on you. Donate here: n.pr/458sOhq
Public media is under threat. Millions depend on the NPR Network every day. Silencing journalism is one way to silence truth and erode the power of the people.
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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 22/07/2025
The bill to restore federal workers’ union rights has bipartisan support from a majority of members in Congress! Tell your rep to sign the discharge petition for the Protect America’s Workforce Act to reverse Trump’s union-busting executive order! act.aflcio.org/call_campaig...
Tell Congress: Sign the discharge petition and give the Protect America's Workforce Act a vote. Call your rep: 844-994-4554 | AFL-CIO
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 19/07/2025
In this world where truth is under attack at every turn we need trusted public media. Support your local public broadcasters and support candidates who support public media.
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AFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 19/07/2025
Americans of all political stripes support unions. That’s why we have the bill AND votes to overturn Trump’s union-busting executive order. Call your reps and tell them to sign the discharge petition and bring @golden.house.gov’s Protect America’s Workforce Act to the floor for a vote.
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 18/07/2025
I am strongly opposed to funding cuts for public broadcasting, and will support the restoration of these funds.
Congress has already made several disastrous cuts to essential programs like Medicaid, ending health care for millions.  Now they have continued the chaos by cutting $1.1 billion in federal funds for public broadcasting.

In Nebraska, public broadcasting covers the Legislature and gives the public the transparency they need to hold their state senators accountable.

Over 15% of Nebraska Public Media’s budget comes from federal funding. Losing federal funding means risking the valuable programming and essential news NPM provides for all Nebraskans. 

Nationally, public broadcasting is the primary source of emergency weather alerts in rural areas, further risking lives from floods like in Texas, and putting Nebraskans in danger from severe weather like tornadoes.

Deep cuts will also threaten programs like “Sesame Street” that teach our children values and manners.    

I am strongly opposed to funding cuts for public broadcasting, and will support the restoration of these funds.
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 16/07/2025
More from my interview with Omapod. Talked about family, public service, and my favorite books. www.omapod.com/p/coda-sen-j... Check out Part I here: www.omapod.com/p/senator-jo... And Part II here: www.omapod.com/p/part-ii-se...
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CODA: Sen. John Cavanaugh on family legacy, his time as a public defender & Amor Towles
EXCLUSIVE: "We need to stand up and have strong advocates on these policy issues"
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 14/07/2025
"the changes will price out middle-class families and reduce access to careers" “Congress has never removed benefits from existing borrowers like this,” said Betsy Mayotte, president of the Institute of Student Loan Advisors. www.wsj.com/personal-fin...
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The Federal Government Is Retreating From Student Lending
President Trump’s tax-and-spending law includes new restrictions on how much students can borrow and how they repay, as Republicans try to force colleges to curb their prices.
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 12/07/2025
Had a great time at Heartland Pride today! 🏳️‍🌈
John Cavanaugh walking in the Heartland Pride ParadeA truck with a John Cavanaugh for Congress sign on the side. In the background is the Omaha skyline. A woman in a tie dyed T-shirt wears rainbow balloons. Group photo of Cavanaugh volunteers after the parade.
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 12/07/2025
I wrote an opinion piece in the World-Herald today about why Trump's "big beautiful bill" is bad. Check it out. omaha.com/opinion/colu...
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 11/07/2025
This Congress cares more about billionaires than regular people. We need to stop letting special interests control Congress. It’s time to take back the People's House. omaha.com/opinion/colu...
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Op-ed: I'm running for Don Bacon's seat. He's wrong about Trump's budget bill
State Sen. John Cavanaugh, a Democrat running to succeed Don Bacon as the congressman from Nebraska's 2nd Congressional District, writes in opposition to Bacon's support of the Big Beautiful Bill
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 05/07/2025
Thanks to everyone who came out to walk with us in the Ralston Independence Day Parade!
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 03/07/2025
This bill is about tax massive tax cuts for billionaires at the expense of everyday Americans. #NE02
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 03/07/2025
Congress just passed a huge tax break for billionaires while gutting Medicaid and taking healthcare away from millions of Americans. It's time to change Congress. #NE02
Today, the House passed the Billionaire Bailout Bill.

“While everyday Nebraskans struggle with healthcare costs, Republicans in Congress are gutting Medicaid and handing out tax breaks to their largest donors. This is not leadership - it’s economic sabotage. It’s time to change Congress.”

– Sen. John Cavanaugh
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 03/07/2025
Stop the Billionaire Bailout Bill
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 02/07/2025
Thank you to the Saunders County Democrats for having me speak at your meeting lastnight, and thank you to Fariner Bakery owners Jared and Damie for a great night. I had a great meal at BW’s Pub and Grill with Bart.
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 01/07/2025
Senate Republicans just cut health care from millions of Americans. Not on my watch. It's time to end the chaos in Washington and get things back in balance for working families here in Nebraska. #NE02
Congress just proved why it is so broken -- Trump and Senate Republicans advanced their “Big Beautiful Bill” with JD Vance casting the tiebreaking vote. This means $1 trillion in cuts to Medicaid, and 10.6 million people would lose their Medicaid coverage. Those are cuts to health care for children, cuts to nursing homes, and cuts that threaten Nebraska hospitals – all to pay for even more tax breaks for the very wealthy. 

Not on my watch. It’s why I’m running for Congress. I’ll lower the costs of healthcare and support tax relief that helps working families and small businesses. It’s time to end the chaos in Washington and get things back in balance for working families here in Nebraska.
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 01/07/2025
🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨 Two major national publications have just changed the rating for #NE02 from Toss-Up to Leans Democratic. John Cavanaugh continues to gain momentum since launching his campaign for Congress in front of a crowd of hundreds of supporters last week.
John Cavanaugh for Congress
NE-02 Rating Changes
Old Rating New Rating
Cook Political Report Toss-Up Leans Dem
Larry Sabato's Crystal Ball Toss-Up Leans Dem
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 01/07/2025
Our first reporting deadline of the campaign is hours away! Donate by midnight tonight and help us build on our momentum. secure.actblue.com/donate/cavan...
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 30/06/2025
It’s been an eventful week! Today is our first fundraising deadline of the campaign. And with the news that this will now be an open seat, the momentum is on our side! Make a donation to the campaign today and help continue the momentum! secure.actblue.com/donate/cavan...
Image of Sen. John Cavanaugh and family speaking to crowd at his campaign kickoff.
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 28/06/2025
Statement from John Cavanaugh on reports of Don Bacon's decision to not seek re-election.
John Cavanaugh for Congress Statement on Reported Bacon Retirement

I thank Rep. Bacon for his decades of service to this country, and wish him well in his retirement. The people of Nebraska’s 2nd District know it’s time for a change, time to lower costs for working families, and time to send a proven leader to Congress who can end the chaos. The people know that I won’t play politics but will take action to improve the lives of Nebraskans, like I’ve done in the state legislature.

I am in awe of the support I have received from Nebraskans and appreciate their confidence in my ability to represent them in Congress. I look forward to building on this momentum and earning the support of voters across the district because they know I will protect Medicare and Social Security, expand access to healthcare, and support tax cuts for Nebraska families, not billionaires.
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 26/06/2025
“To disallow by regulation what is clearly allowed by statute is a slap in the face to the patients and families who need this medicine and the voters of Nebraska who approved it by an overwhelming majority." nebraskaexaminer.com/2025/06/26/n...
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Nebraska commission approves emergency medical cannabis regulations • Nebraska Examiner
The Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission approved emergency regulations to soon begin accepting medical cannabis applications.
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Nebraska Democratic Party @nebraskadems.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
A packed house at @johncavanaugh.org's campaign kickoff last night! Elected officials, volunteers, and supporters all came together to support John in his bid to represent the voters of #NE02. Check out the coverage: www.3newsnow.com/central-omah... Learn more at www.johncavanaugh.org
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 26/06/2025
Thank you to everyone who came out to the kickoff last night! It was amazing to see all of you there. We've got a lot of work to do, but with your help we will send John Cavanaugh to Congress to stand up for all of us!
John Cavanaugh and his family stands on stage at his kickoff eventSenator Ashlei Spivey introduces Senator John Cavanaugh.The crowd applauds during John Cavanaugh's speech.The crowd watches on as Sen. Cavanaugh speaks.
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 25/06/2025
Join us tonight for the campaign kickoff! 5 PM at the Omaha Firefighters Hall, 6005 Grover St. See you soon!
Signs on a table which say John Cavanaugh for Congress.
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 25/06/2025
Don't forget! Our campaign kickoff is tonight starting at 5 PM at the Firefighters Hall on 60th & Grover! See you tonight!
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 24/06/2025
It has been three years since the Dobbs decision which overturned Roe v. Wade. Trump's Supreme Court stripped away reproductive rights and access to abortion.
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 24/06/2025
Our campaign kickoff is tomorrow at 5 PM! Hope to see you there! www.mobilize.us/nebdems/even...
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John Cavanaugh For Congress Campaign Kickoff · Nebraska Democratic Party
Join John Cavanaugh as he kicks off his campaign for Congress! Learn more about John Cavanaugh: https://johncavanaugh.org Contribute to the campaign: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/cavanaugh-web
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Nebraska Examiner @nebraskaexaminer.com · 23/06/2025
ENDORSEMENTS: State Sen. John Cavanaugh of Omaha, who in early June joined the race to replace U.S. Rep. Don Bacon, R-Neb., announced over 20 endorsements Monday of his bid in Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional District. #NE02 From Juan Salinas II: buff.ly/UB7ED5D
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State Sen. John Cavanaugh's 2nd District bid endorsed by former U.S. senators, others • Nebraska Examiner
State Sen. John Cavanaugh of Omaha also grabbed endorsements from seven current state senators and former state senators.
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 23/06/2025
Proud to announce endorsements from over 20 current and former elected officials, including Sen. Bob Kerrey, Sen. Ben Nelson, Mayor Mike Fahey, Mayor Jim Suttle, and 10 current and former Nebraska state senators who have served with me. I am honored to have their support.
John Cavanaugh For Congress Endorsements
Former U.S. Senator & Governor Ben Nelson
Former U.S. Senator & Governor Bob Kerrey
Former Omaha Mayor Mike Fahey
Former Omaha Mayor Jim Suttle
State Senator Terrell McKinney
State Senator Ashlei Spivey
State Senator Victor Rountree
State Senator George Dungan
State Senator Machaela Cavanaugh
State Senator Danielle Conrad
State Senator Dan Quick
Former State Senator Patty Pansing Brooks
Former State Senator Carol Blood
Former State Senator Steve Lathrop
Douglas County Public Defender Tom Riley
Douglas County Commissioner Jim Cavanaugh
Douglas County Clerk Dan Esch
MUD Board Member Jim Begley
State Board of Education Member Deb Neary
Former United States Marshal Mark Martinez
Omaha City Councilman Danny Begley
Bill & Nancy Hoppner
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 23/06/2025
Don't forget! Our campaign kickoff event is Wednesday 5-8PM at the Firefighters Union Hall (6005 Grover St.)
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 17/06/2025
Today I had the opportunity to talk about the importance of renewable energy and our role as policy makers in finding energy solutions.
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 16/06/2025
Medical cannabis update: t.co/1OlnkGleL2
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Ron Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
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Juan Salinas II @4nsmiley.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
All three Nebraska U.S. House Republicans voted for the request to claw back $9.4B federal funding — including funding for public media. Rep. Don Bacon, who told the NYTimes that he would oppose the package — voted yes after getting reassurances.
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 11/06/2025
Today's raids performed by ICE do not make our community safer; it stokes fear. It was designed to instill fear in hard-working people just trying to make a living, their families, and neighbors. This is cruelty. The system is broken.
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 10/06/2025
Thanks to @thedanparsonsshow.bsky.social for the conversation! #NE02 youtu.be/sUvMZ3s3W2g?...
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He might FLIP Omaha BLUE... | John Cavanaugh for Congress
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 07/06/2025
Join us for our campaign kickoff on Wednesday, June 25th, from 5-8pm at Firefighters Hall. Can’t wait to see you there! RSVP to events@johncavanaugh.org
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 07/06/2025
I was honored to join Moms Demand Action NE last night at the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge to call for action to end gun violence. www.wowt.com/2025/06/07/n...
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Nebraska moms rally at pedestrian bridge to raise awareness about gun violence
A group of Nebraska mothers gathered at the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge Friday evening, wearing orange and calling for action to prevent gun violence.
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