A coalition of workers, farmers, grandparents, small business owners committed to fighting for a Nebraska that works for us.
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13 Nov 2025
Reps. Don Bacon and Mike Flood voted for harmful cuts that are raising costs for hardworking Nebraskans at the worst possible time. We need our representatives making life more affordable for everyone. #DefendingTheGoodLife #NE01 #NE02
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A statement from State Director Angie Lauritsen as inflation hits 4.2% in this morning's latest report.
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Stay up to date on the latest news and information from Nebraska For Us by subscribing to our newsletter. You can read today's full newsletter here: mailchi.mp/nebraskaforus/jun…
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School’s out, but feeding children doesn’t take a summer break. 🍎
Join Nebraska For Us and the Bellevue Food Pantry next Wednesday from 10 AM-12 PM for a community food drive supporting children and working families facing rising prices this summer.
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Congressman Mike Flood is holding a town hall tonight in Norfolk, and we want Nebraskans to know what’s at stake.
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Ahead of tonight's Norfolk town hall, Nebraska For Us urges Congressman Mike Flood to prioritize policies that lower costs for hardworking Nebraskans.
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The Small Business Voices on Rising Prices panel discussion TOMORROW AT NOON will feature the following small business owners discussing economic resilience during a time of soaring prices, tariffs, and cuts to health care. We hope to see you there! Register at the link in bio.
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Rising costs are squeezing workers, families, and entire communities across Nebraska, and the impacts are felt by small businesses. Join Nebraska For Us on Wednesday, May 27 at noon for a virtual panel discussion featuring local small business owners and policy experts.
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A statement from State Director Angie Lauritsen as GasBuddy predicts the most expensive summer for driving in years.
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Please join us at Big Mama’s tomorrow from 6:00–7:30 p.m. for dinner and a community conversation about mental health, rising costs, and supporting one another through challenging times. All are welcome and dinner will be provided! Link in bio to register.
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Small business owners are feeling the pressure of rising costs, too. Read this “Why Nebraska For Us” quote from coalition member and small business owner Gladys.
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Gas prices are up as much as 20 cents per gallon in the last day at some Omaha metro stations. What do prices look like where you are?
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Not only did health insurance premiums soar in 2026. Patient deductibles rose, too. The higher prices came as Congressmen Don Bacon and Mike Flood allowed tax credits making health care more affordable to expire at the end of 2025.
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Rising costs are putting real pressure on working families across Nebraska. Come to Big Mama’s on Thursday, May 21 from 6:00–7:30 p.m. for dinner and a community conversation about mental health, rising costs, and supporting one another through challenging times. Link in bio.
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A statement from State Director Angie Lauritsen as the House votes to continue the war in Iran, extending massive price hikes.
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Drivers at this South Omaha gas station are paying 52% more per gallon today than they were in October 2024. Statewide, gas prices are up almost 40% in the last year.
Cutting SNAP and Medicaid while slashing taxes for the ultra-wealthy has only made the pain worse.
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When asked why they are a storyteller for Nebraska For Us, A.T. shared that witnessing the constant threats and cuts affecting the programs their brother relies on has given them an intimate view of our country’s broken systems.
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A statement from State Director Angie Lauritsen as soaring gas prices and rising grocery bills help bring inflation to a three-year high of 3.8%.
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Join us at Big Mama’s on May 21 from 6:00–7:30 p.m. for a community conversation on how rising costs are impacting the well-being of working families. From groceries to housing, expenses are putting pressure on our communities. Dinner is on us.
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The Bellevue Food Pantry broke ground today on a new, larger building that is meant to meet the rapidly growing need for food in our community. Cuts to programs like SNAP are increasing the demand even more.
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