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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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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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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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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 · 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 · 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
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 · 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 · 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 · 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 · 06/06/2025
Highlights of coverage from Wednesday’s announcement. Thank you for all of your support! #NE02
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John Cavanaugh For Congress @johncavanaugh.org · 05/06/2025
I had a great time last night with my family at the Joslyn Castle Neighborhood Picnic. Good food, music, and company!
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