Almost one hundred years ago, American soldiers fighting in France, farm boys and car mechanics, turned the tide of World War I. Because of their valor, that terrible war ended at the eleventh hour on the eleventh day of the eleventh month of the year. To celebrate, Americans named November 11, 1918, ‘Armistice Day.’
Read More“Nebraska’s world-class beef is officially on its way to Israel for the first time in 13 years. I was proud to work closely with the Nebraska Department of Agriculture, USDA, and our ambassador in Israel to broker this historic agreement. It’s a big win for the Beef State and the people of Israel. Nebraskans feed the world and re-opening this market increases opportunities for our state’s ag producers, communities, and economy.”
Read MoreIt’s fall in Nebraska. This time of year, we hear the steady hum of combines working late into the night. Trucks are hauling crops, reaping the benefits of productive land and hard work. Traveling our state this month, I have seen Nebraska’s farm families busy doing what they do best: feeding the world.
Read MoreThis November, the federal government will automatically enroll Americans into health insurance plans they did not choose. It will not ask their permission.
Read MoreU.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) today sent a letter to U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Sylvia Mathews Burwell expressing strong concern that the agency has enrolled Americans in health care plans they did not choose.
Read MoreOn the morning of October 8th, families gathered at Stinson Park in Omaha for the 15th annual Omaha Buddy Walk. The event began with carnival activities, including face painting and a photo booth. Walkers assembled behind the starting line at noon, and after crossing the finish, they enjoyed a picnic lunch in the park while a DJ played upbeat tunes. Amongst the beautiful smiles, joyful laughter, and silly photos that day there was abundant love and support for our friends with Down syndrome.
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