Poverty is defined as a lack of resources. We tend to think of this as not having enough financial resources, not enough money to
Editorials
Old MacDonald Had A . . .
Summer comes with a checklist. Don’t think so? Wait until the end of the sweltering season, whether that is the start of school, Labor
From Fitness to Fatness
I’m a disgrace. As far as staying athletic, that is. Or even simple daily exercises. Yep, I’m a disgrace. My self-confirmation – or affirmation
Leadership in Solidarity
As Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine continues with no end in sight, it is as important as ever for the U.S. to strengthen our
Countering Communist China
This month, I issued a proclamation declaring July 2022 as “Victims of Communism Month” in Nebraska. This is the second year in a row
What Kind of Car Would You Be?
What kind of car would you be if you was an automobile? A Mercedes, Cadillac, T-Bird, Antique, or maybe a rusty old Chevrolet? In
Sharing Gratitude
With the final week of the summer riding season staring at us like a donkey peering through the gate at breakfast time, Charlene and
Reflections for the Week of July 18-22
Police Administration: • Central Square, University of Nebraska Community Policing Data Analysis Meeting, ABLE Duty to Intervene Program Follow Up Meeting, Datalytics Meeting. •
Telling the Story of Chief Standing Bear
One of America’s greatest civil rights heroes is from Nebraska. Yet nationally, almost nobody knows about him. As Nebraskans, we’re changing that by telling
Visiting with Nebraskans
While visiting Columbus recently, I was asked by a member of the press what was my favorite part of my time in the area.









