The State of Nebraska already gets 40 percent of its operating funds from the federal government. But such money comes with strings attached. In return, the state relinquishes control over significant parts of its budget to the whims of federal bureaucrats. Now, ask yourself this question — Do you really think it’s wise to allow [...]
By Shelli Dawdy UPDATE: This article is generating a lot of interest and of course that is a very good thing. I am concerned, however, that people from other states may be disappointed when they discover the fact this is a particular call to Nebraskans to act. For those who ARE from outside NE, I [...]
OK-SAFE Position on Oklahoma State Questions on Nov 2, 2010 Ballot / For further information and the actual ballot wording please see the OK-SAFE website at http://www.ok-safe.com Continue reading →
By Shelli Dawdy PENDING ACTION PLANNED: We request that GiN site visitors share this article with other Nebraskans who are opposed to the imposition of the health care law in our state. We are requesting all Nebraskans who believe the health care law is unconstitutional, a disaster for the economy, a threat to the overall [...]
We urge everyone to do their homework and make up their own minds about who they believe is worthy of their vote. However, if you are looking for some insight from those of us at GiN, we have included information here for your consideration about where we stand regarding particular districts and a few candidates. [...]
Now is a good time to get specific about how we can handle the issue of verifying citizenship without trading our sovereignty away. Continue reading →
There’s a lot of confusion occurring over what’s being nullified by the “Freedom of Choice in Health Care Act” legislation that’s been introduced in over 30 states, and already enacted into law in Virginia, Idaho, Arizona, Georgia, Missouri, and Louisiana. This legislation has been based on model legislation developed by the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) back in December 2008, over a year before ObamaCare finally became law. The confusion that has arisen is that the “Freedom of Choice” legislation is being referred to as nullification of ObamaCare, when strictly speaking it is only concerned with partial nullification of ObamaCare, because it would only nullify the Individual Mandate provision of ObamaCare which requires everyone to buy health insurance.
Six months ago we labeled LB 1110 “the bill that just won’t die”. This “dead” piece of legislation, the people connected to it, and entities who are pushing for it, just keep creeping up every time we turn around (pun not intended…but it works). The “zombies” here simply cannot be ignored because resurrection efforts have [...]
Two-thirds of Nebraskans don’t want the health care law implemented. Of that number it’s impossible to know how many realize that there is more than one way to fight its implementation. Considering the potential damage the fully implemented law would cause to the economy, quality of care, medical innovation, and individual liberty, it stands to [...]
Editor’s Note: Thanks to Don Raskey for this excellent, well researched article. Don worked hard with the No2Arena people to get the full facts in front of Lincoln voters. His continued efforts to follow up are much appreciated. By Donald Raskey The mayor and the Joint Public Agency (JPA) have been touting the future $50 [...]