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  • On the Moraine, Part XXXIX

    I think it was Thanksgiving 1963 that we had an early snow, probably six inches or so, and Dad had planned we would cut wood on Thanksgiving Day. So, it was off to the woods in a heavy snow.  
  • Prosecutor responds to public comments at Land Bank meeting
    First and foremost, the Prosecutor’s Office does not represent the Land Bank; and therefore, I should not be doing work for the Land Bank. Any work we have previously done for the Land Bank has been a gift.
  • A sermon on Matthew 24:37-44
    I witnessed a miracle in the midst of a flood. I was visiting my friend Bob whose house was built very close to the old S.R. 32 road. The road is several feet higher than his front door.
  • Putting states back in the driver's seat
    In a historic moment for our nation’s farmers, ranchers, small businesses, and landowners, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Zeldin announced a new proposed ruling to define Waters of the United States (WOTUS) under the Clean Water Act.
  • Short thankful days
    The skies have been gray and the days shorter. This is that time of year when I light the oil lamps in the evening and look forward to colorful skies and longer days ahead; though in truth, the glow from the lamps sheds comfort all throughout our small home.
  • A lifetime in small business in southern Ohio
    For many small businesses, it is challenge to be in business today. At the age of 90, I still operate a small hardware store in the Rocky Fork Lake area.
  • Congressman: DHS must deny Zohran Mamdani a security clearance
    Congressman Biggs’s letter makes clear that Mamdani’s conduct is a consistent, years-long pattern that should disqualify him from ever accessing classified information. There is a well-documented record of conduct that raises serious national security concerns.
  • Rising electricity prices: The missing link
    As electricity costs take larger bites out of people’s wallets, policymakers must confront the physical and economic limitations of a “green” electric grid. And soon.
  • Momentum on improving Medicare coverage for cancer detection
    Under current law, Medicare only covers preventative services Congress has explicitly authorized or the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force has recommended. This results in routine screening being reimbursed for limited types of cancer and significant barriers to early cancer screening for many other types of cancer. 
  • Make lying unacceptable again
    Some of you will look at this headline and think I am talking about Republicans. Some will look at it and think I am talking about Democrats. You are both correct. The pandemic in the world today is lying.
  • Giving thanks for family, friends, and Nebraska values
    Next week, Americans across the country will gather around their dining tables with family and loved ones to pause, reflect, and give thanks. As I prepare to do the same, I’ve been thinking deeply about the blessings in my own life.
  • Rep. Palmer, Sen. Britt introduce Citizen Ballot Protection Act
    The Citizen Ballot Protection Act protects the integrity of American elections by amending the National Voter Registration Act to make clear that a state may impose a proof of citizenship requirement to register to vote in a federal election.
  • Changing seasons, changing lives: National Adoption Day Nov. 22
    Now that the government has reopened after the unnecessary, harmful shutdown, my colleagues and I can return to normal legislative activity including supporting a resolution designating November 22 as National Adoption Day.
  • A republic if you can keep it
    If the political parties continue to break down the norms in their quest for power, they will find that they win a lot of battles but lose the war for the American republic. This was exemplified in the wholly pointless Democrat-inspired shutdown for nearly 50 days that created massive doubt in the voters’ minds of both parties.
  • Celebrating the first Americans
    November is National Native American Heritage Month. A tradition officially started by George H.W. Bush back in 1990, this month serves as a time to celebrate our nation’s first Americans and their abundant history, culture, languages, and traditions.
  • Thoughts on Veterans and Military Family Month
    America owes military families for their sacrifices of moving around the nation (and world), going through long separation from military family members, and living with the daily anxiety of catastrophic news. Beyond what we owe for altruistic reasons, honoring military families is in our national interest.
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