Democracy Wire

A tax plan proposed by Blueprint Nebraska will benefit corporate interests and the wealthy while shifting a sales tax burden to everyday, working Nebraskans. How did such a tax plan come into existence? When legislation that benefits corporate interests and the wealthy comes into play, many look to the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) as the source.

This newsletter provides weekly updates on the Nebraska legislative session with regard to Common Cause Nebraska issues and policy. Our goal is to keep our members up to date what is going on in the Legislature with regard to Common Cause issues.

The November elections shocked the nation in many ways. Here in Nebraska attack ads and robo calls seemed to reach a new level of frequency and insult. Shadowy organizations like Americans for Prosperity, Trees of Liberty and Citizens for a Sound Government flooded the election cycle with fabricated stories and outright lies. Democrats and Republicans alike faced embarrassment and character assassination.

Bill that would allow Nebraska to account for campaign finances may not make it out of committee, despite the need for reform.