I turned 65 years of age two days ago. For the past year or so, several people have asked me when I am going
Opinion
Fourth of July: Hot or Not?
Happy Fourth of July! This is normally one of the warmer times of year for us. Our average high is 87 degrees, but it’s
Fiscal Governance
The annual process to approve federal government spending requires Congress to pass and the president to sign 12 bills into law before the start
My Country ‘Tis of Thee
Odd bits of memory come to us as we age. The latest ear worm is an ad from my youth. “See the USA in
Politics Yield Bad Border Policy
Illegal immigration is not a victimless crime. An influx of illegal immigrants can drive down wages for working Americans, drive up drug and human
Doing the People’s Work: Property Tax Reform
Over the past few weeks, Nebraskans across the state have begun receiving their property valuation notices. The common reaction to those statements can be
Celebrating Nebraska Biofuels
June marks the start of a busy summer driving season. This year, many American families are feeling the pain of prices at the pump.
The Future of Agriculture Calls for Decisive Leadership
Last weekend, the 8th Annual All Nebraska Tractor Drive took place in Franklin and Harlan Counties. The event featured roughly 100 antique tractors and
Blue Language
If only I had a quarter for every time over the past 65 years, I uttered a naughty word. Well, let’s make that the
Watch Out
Back when Bruce had a designated vacation time, before we retired and got too busy, we took a two-week jaunt to the Southwest. No