Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: 250 Years of the American Dream
Our country was founded on the belief that all Americans have the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. These building blocks make the American Dream possible. We live in a nation of opportunity. A nation that enables kids to have it better than their parents. A nation that believes that hard work […]
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Proven Nebraska Housing Solutions Ready for America
Nebraska is the best place in the world to live. Earlier this year, U.S. News & World Report ranked Omaha as the second-best city for recent college grads to live. This is great news. It also emphasizes the work we need to continue to do to increase housing stock. More homes mean more affordable housing. […]
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: 250 Years of American Agriculture
America has always been rooted in agriculture. George Washington didn’t want to be known as our first president. He wanted to be known as our first farmer. Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and other Founding Fathers were steeped in agriculture. The U.S. Capitol was designed as a testament to our farming heritage. There are columns throughout the […]
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Securing Our Nation for the Next 250 Years
As we celebrate America’s birthday we reflect on what has led to 250 years of success. We are the home of the free because of the brave. From our Founding we’ve affirmed that our people have the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. We’ve created a country where any American, regardless of […]
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: May is Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. This month, we recommit to helping one another and fighting against social isolation. No one should feel lonely. Every Nebraskan and American should feel supported. When I was Governor, we worked to strengthen mental health care in Nebraska. As a result of these efforts, U.S. News and World Report […]
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Honoring Memorial Day
We observe Memorial Day to remember the brave women and men who paid the ultimate price for our great nation. We honor their courage, duty, and patriotism. We preserve their memory for future generations. This Memorial Day is special as we celebrate America’s 250th Birthday. Throughout our country’s history, Nebraskans have laid down their lives to […]
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Nebraska Backs the Blue
This week is National Police Week. In Nebraska, we Back the Blue. Officers across our state work hard to prevent crime and protect families. They face danger and serve with courage. That’s why this week – and every week – they deserve our gratitude. Nebraska’s women and men in blue set the standard for the […]
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Happy Beef Month, Nebraska!
This month, we celebrate Nebraska as the Beef State. Agriculture is the heart and soul of our state, and beef is a cornerstone. We’re recognizing the hard-working producers who make that possible. That’s why I introduced a resolution that designates May as National Beef Month. This resolution honors Nebraska cattlemen and women. Overall, our cattle […]
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: Stop Communist Spying, Deter Chinese Aggression
Last week, we learned of an incident at Offutt Air Force Base. A Chinese national was arrested and charged with illegally photographing the military installation. He photographed sensitive aircraft like the RC-135 and E-4B. This action puts Nebraska airmen and national security at risk. It threatens Offutt’s critical mission. It threatens our nation. This is […]
Senator Ricketts’ Weekly Column: One Week After Tax Day, Working Families Tax Cuts Delivers
We’re one week past Tax Day and Nebraskans are seeing benefits from the Working Families Tax Cuts. I’ve said before that this is a generational bill. And we are seeing how impactful it is. This historic tax relief will continue to support Nebraskans and put more money in their pockets. The Working Families Tax Cuts […]