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Wes Jensen (he/him)
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Funcle Guncle. Teacher. #GBR. BB4AM Book Club host. DCDP Secretary. Interactions are my own.
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2026 is a critical year from Congress to the Unicameral to school board races. Mark your calendar for these critical dates, especially…

🗳️ May 12, Nebraska’s Primary Election (non-partisans can request the Democratic ballot)
🗳️ November 3, National General Election
Blue information graphic listing important 2026 election dates for Nebraska. The text reads: Important 2026 Election Dates for Nebraska JANUARY 5, 2026 First day a person may file for office as a 2026 candidate FEBRUARY 17, 2026 Last day for incumbents to file as a 2026 candidate MARCH 2, 2026 Last day for non-incumbents to file for the primary election MAY 12, 2026 Nebraska's Primary Election NOVEMBER 3, 2026 National General Election At the bottom right corner is the logo and name: DOUGLAS COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY
November 16, 2025 at 10:08 PM
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To all who have served to protect & defend our democracy, thank you!

❤️🤍💙
Veterans Day appreciation poster. At the top, there is a blue banner with the words "THANK YOU" in white letters. Below the banner, bold text reads "VETERANS DAY" with smaller text underneath stating "HONORING ALL WHO HAVE SERVED." In the center bottom area, there are three stars in red, white, and blue. The background is blurred and has a light wood texture, while the lower left corner features a partial view of a flag with white stars on a blue field. In the lower right is the logo and text: "DOUGLAS COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY."
November 12, 2025 at 4:22 AM
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Our candidate Meet & Greet are just getting started! Join us, Amy Jacobsen for County Attorney, Cindy Johnson for Legislature & Dakotah Smith for Douglas County Assessor/Register of Deeds on Saturday, November 15th.

RSVP at www.mobilize.us/nebdems/even....
Invitation graphic with blue background, promoting a "Meet & Greet" event for local candidates. Three portrait photos appear on the right: two women (one in a red top in front of an American flag, another in orange outdoors with trees behind her) and a man in a light blue shirt with a blurred building background. Text on the left reads: "Join us for a Meet & Greet Candidates Amy Jacobsen (County Attorney), Cindy Johnson (LD 10), and Dakotah Smith (County Assessor)" Details beneath: WHEN Saturday, November 15 6:00pm-7:00 pm Live music at 7:00 pm WHERE Vino Mas 14450 Eagle Run Drive In the lower right corner, a white and blue logo and text: "Douglas County Democratic Party"
November 11, 2025 at 3:01 AM
wesjensen86.bsky.social
times are rough but this is a huge W & fu to those who hate
nytimes.com The New York Times @nytimes.com · 17d
Breaking News: The Supreme Court denied a request to consider overturning its landmark decision to legalize same-sex marriage a decade ago. nyti.ms/3Ju2Ayd
November 10, 2025 at 11:51 PM
wesjensen86.bsky.social
Nebraskans deserve better & we deserve a true fighter like @deniseforcongress.bsky.social!
deniseforcongress.bsky.social Denise Powell @deniseforcongress.bsky.social · 17d
Nebraska families deserve leaders who will fight for the things that give them a shot at the Good Life. This decision will cause healthcare premiums to skyrocket come January. Nebraskans deserve better.
November 10, 2025 at 3:32 AM
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Shame
nebdouglasdems.bsky.social Douglas County (NE) Democratic Party @nebdouglasdems.bsky.social · 21d
Cutting your access to healthcare & food assistance so the rich can get richer!

You, your family & neighbors deserve better than what Trump, Fischer, Ricketts & Bacon are delivering.
Political infographic with a beige background and bold, dark text at the top reading "Cuts to healthcare & food assistance so the rich can get richer." Below, a red-bordered box resembling a browser window highlights the headline "Harmful Republican Megabill Takes Health Care and Food Assistance Away From People to Pay for Tax Cuts for Wealthy" in red text. The infographic states that the bill would: Bill cuts health coverage by over $1 trillion and SNAP by $187 billion, while giving the wealthy $1.4 trillion in tax cuts. There are two large blocks: Left block: "Cuts to SNAP: $187 billion", "Cuts to Medicaid and ACA Marketplaces $1+ trillion" Right block: "Tax cuts for people with incomes over $500,000 $1.4 trillion" At the bottom, there are black-and-white photos of four politicians, all looking in different directions. The logo of the Douglas County Democratic Party is on the lower right. The source is cited as: "The Republican Megabill’s Many Harms and Misdirected Priorities, in Charts; cbpp.org, 9.25.25".
November 9, 2025 at 9:35 PM
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Shoutout to our Neighborhood Captains who are helping fight hunger in our community.

Join the effort at www.mobilize.us/nebdems/even....
Trunk of a car filled with groceries and supplies. There are several boxes and packages neatly arranged. Visible items include a large blue box of Kraft Mac & Cheese (18 boxes inside), multiple boxes of Capri Sun juice pouches, a container of Enfamil infant formula, cans, packets of food items, and other grocery goods. Some cardboard boxes are open, showing their contents, including packaged snacks and canned goods. Everything appears organized for transport or delivery.
November 7, 2025 at 3:47 PM
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It’s absolutely sickening that Governor Pillen boasts about the $$$ Nebraska will make off the immigrant detention center while ICE terrorizes families, businesses & communities with their gestapo activities that primarily target non-criminals, sometimes U.S. citizens.
A line graph showing the number of people in ICE detention by criminal history over time in 2025. Three lines represent different groups: dark gray for those with a criminal record, red for those with no criminal record, and light gray for pending charges. From January 2025 onward, marked by the label "Trump admin," there is a notable rise in all categories. The number of detainees with no criminal record (red line) increases sharply, surpassing those with a criminal record (dark gray) around July 2025. Pending charges (light gray) also rise but plateau just below the other two categories. By September 2025, people with no criminal record make up the largest group in ICE detention. The vertical scale ranges from 0 to over 15,000 people. The footnote clarifies the data is current as of 22 September 2025, rounded to the nearest 10, and covers people booked into ICE detention who were arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
November 6, 2025 at 10:27 PM
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Be a Neighborhood Captain - Help Fight Hunger in our Community: www.mobilize.us/nebdems/even...

As House Republicans remain missing in action, we’re stepping up to take care of our neighbors who are losing their SNAP benefits on November 1st.
Flyer with a message encouraging people to "Be a Neighborhood Captain." The flyer invites people to collect food, hygiene items, and diapers for families in need. At the center bottom, there is an image of a box filled with groceries such as a loaf of bread, canned goods, and vegetables. In the lower left corner, there is a blue logo with text reading "DOUGLAS COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY." In the lower right corner, there is a blue circle with the words "BLUE DOT TEAM" written faintly around its edge.
October 30, 2025 at 11:35 PM
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Someone who has poured their heart & soul into electing women who support public schools, affordable healthcare & lower costs for working families…that someone is now running to represent the Blue Dot 🔵, NE’s 2nd Congressional District. Support @deniseforcongress.bsky.social: deniseforcongress.org.
deniseforcongress.bsky.social Denise Powell @deniseforcongress.bsky.social · 28d
I am overjoyed to receive the endorsement from @emilyslist.bsky.social, an organization that I have worked side-by-side with for years in our work to support women running for office up and down the ballot. Let’s go!
October 30, 2025 at 9:32 PM
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The math ain’t mathin. #RepublicanShutdown
Political infographic contrasting what the Republican Party "can afford" versus what it "can't afford." On the left, under "Can Afford," are photos with these captions: “Tax breaks for the rich” (image of a man in a red hat at a rally), “National Guard takeover” (armed troops), “$40B bailout for Argentina” (two men, one with a suit and US flag), and “Funding ICE secret police” (heavily armed officers with smoke). On the right, under "Can’t Afford," are: “Health care for Americans” (empty hospital beds), “Children’s cancer research” (doctor with a child), “SNAP/WIC benefits” (empty shopping cart in a supermarket), and “Special education programs” (teacher with young students). The bottom right shows a logo for the Douglas County Democratic Party. The style and layout emphasize a critical political message about perceived spending priorities.
October 28, 2025 at 11:38 PM
wesjensen86.bsky.social
Who’s joining me in making a call?
nebdouglasdems.bsky.social Douglas County (NE) Democratic Party @nebdouglasdems.bsky.social · Oct 27
Us: Ugh, have you heard? Governor Pillen wants to diminish your voice & vote.
You: Stop it, Jim.

If you haven’t yet (or want to again), call Governor Pillen at 402.471.2244 (M-F between 8 am to 5 pm) and tell him NO rigging elections through mid-decade gerrymandering.
Young woman holding a phone to her ear and appearing surprised, with her mouth open and finger raised as if emphasizing a point. The background is pink, with part of the paper peeled back to reveal the woman. Speech bubbles say "Ugh. Have you heard?" and "Stop it, Jim." The text reads: "Governor Pillen wants to diminish your voice and vote through mid-decade gerrymandering Call Governor Pillen and tell him NO rigging elections. (402) 471-2244 Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Source: Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen ‘open’ to mid-decade redistricting, Nebraska Examiner, 10.6.25" In the bottom right corner is the logo and name for the Douglas County Democratic Party. Young woman holding a phone to her ear and appearing surprised, with her mouth open and finger raised as if emphasizing a point. The background is pink, with part of the paper peeled back to reveal the woman. Speech bubbles say "Ugh. Have you heard?" and "Stop it, Jim." The text reads: "Governor Pillen wants to diminish your voice and vote through mid-decade gerrymandering Call Governor Pillen and tell him NO rigging elections. (402) 471-2244 Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Source: Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen ‘open’ to mid-decade redistricting, Nebraska Examiner, 10.6.25" In the bottom right corner is the logo and name for the Douglas County Democratic Party.
October 27, 2025 at 2:17 AM
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A week ago, thousands gathered in Omaha & across the country to fight dictatorship, chaos & corruption. Looking for what to do next? Volunteer with your Blue Dot 🔵 County Party: nebdouglasdems.com/get-involved/. #NoKings
Collage of protest and volunteer event images. Top left: Blue background with bold white text saying "Join the Blue Dot" and a dark blue button reading "BECOME A VOLUNTEER." Top right: Three people standing together. One is dressed in red robes and white hat, similar to characters from "The Handmaid's Tale." Another person holds a yellow sign, and there are people gathered in the background. Middle right: Folded chair with a sign propped against it reading, "MY DAD FOUGHT FOR ANTIFASCISM 1939–1945." Bottom left: Outdoor stage with two people; one speaking at a podium with microphones, the other standing nearby. A banner below reads "NO KINGS" multiple times and displays a graphic of a broken crown. Middle right: Booth setup at an outdoor event, several people gathered around tables with blue coverings and informational materials. Bottom right: Individual holding a large sign shaped like a taco with the text "TACO 'BOUT TREASON #NOKINGS," surrounded by an outdoor crowd.
October 25, 2025 at 11:22 PM
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On top of making healthcare more expensive, Republicans want to prevent the release of the Epstein files. #RepublicanShutdown
A stack of manila file folders with the word "CONFIDENTIAL" stamped in red on one of them. On the folder in the foreground, there is printed text that reads: REPUBLICAN SHUTDOWN On top of making healthcare more expensive, Republicans want to... prevent the release of the Epstein files. In the bottom right corner, there is a blue logo and text that says "DOUGLAS COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY." Split image with two people: On the left is a man in glasses wearing a suit and tie, standing in front of a backdrop, rendered in a red filter. On the right is a smiling woman with long hair, wearing a dark top and necklace, in a blue filter. A large quote is featured: “The American people want to know what is in these files. And when we see more and more of this hesitation, road-blocking my being sworn in, then you really have to wonder what is in those files that they want to hold so secret,” said U.S. Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva. Below the quote: House Speaker Mike Johnson, a Republican from Louisiana, refuses to swear in Adelita Grijalva, a Democrat from Arizona's 7th District. Grijalva has promised to be a crucial vote to force the DOJ’s release of the Epstein files. Source is in gold and gray text: SOURCE: USA TODAY, NO WONDER TRUMP IS NONCHALANT ABOUT SHUTDOWN. IT DELAYS EPSTEIN FILES' RELEASE, 10.1.25 In the bottom right is the blue logo for the Douglas County Democratic Party. The background is cream-colored.
October 22, 2025 at 11:45 PM
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nebdouglasdems.bsky.social
Families torn apart.
Businesseses shutting their doors.
Dreams destroyed.

This is the negative impact of this summer’s workplace raids. Our families, businesses & communities deserve better, deserve true reform.
A political social message graphic, featuring large bold white and green text over a faded black-and-white photo of storefronts. The text reads: "SOUTH OMAHA AFTER THE GLENN VALLEY FOODS RAID FAMILIES TORN APART. BUSINESSES SHUTTING THEIR DOORS. DREAMS DESTROYED." At the top right corner, there is a logo and the words "DOUGLAS COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY." The overall tone is serious, highlighting negative impacts in the community following a specific event. Infographic with dark background and green and white text, showing statistics about the impact on South Omaha after the Glenn Valley Foods raid. The main statistics included are: 5 Closures Five businesses have permanently closed. 50%-60% Decline 25 businesses experienced a 50 to 60 percent drop in sales. 30 Employees 30 employees have been laid off across South Omaha, with many owners unable to pay wages. At the top right corner, there is the Douglas County Democratic Party logo. At the bottom, the sources are listed: KETV 7 Omaha and with survey results from Nebraska Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
October 22, 2025 at 12:57 AM
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This Republican shutdown is shameful!
nebdouglasdems.bsky.social Douglas County (NE) Democratic Party @nebdouglasdems.bsky.social · Oct 16
GOP Shutdown Update: Republicans still want to increase your healthcare costs as they cut special education!
A political graphic featuring two images: at the top, a close-up of two people holding hands, one of whom appears older; at the bottom, a group of young children sitting together, some smiling. The center has text in two colors: blue and red. The blue text reads: "Rather than decrease healthcare costs for hardworking Nebraskans," while the red, bold text says: "Republicans cut special education & continue the GOP shutdown." The design has drawn arrows connecting the images to the text. At the top right corner is a logo with the words "Douglas County Democratic Party." A graphic with shades of blue as the dominant color. At the top, there is a photo of young children working at a classroom table. Overlaying the image, a circular text reads: "harms our most vulnerable students and schools across the country". Below the photo, large white text on a dark blue background says: "The nation's special education services have been significantly impacted after Friday's mass layoffs within the Department of Education and it could have an immediate impact on children with disabilities..." Below the quote, there are the words "SOURCE: ABC NEWS" and the logo of the Douglas County Democratic Party. A close-up photo of a child's hand stacking coins, with the image overlaid by an informative graphic about education funding. The main text is: "If this RIF notice is carried out, the Department of Education can no longer administer IDEA," one source said. "I have no staff to put the money out and to monitor the states." Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the law creating a free and appropriate education for children with disabilities, and funds special education services to the tune of around $15 billion. This is a statutory program mandated by law and has bipartisan support on Capitol Hill. Below this, there is a scissors icon with a dotted line and the source: "SOURCE: ABC NEWS". On the right side inside a red circle, it reads: mass firings = no one to delegate funds At the top right, there is a logo for the Douglas County Democratic Party. The overall tone of the image is concerned about the impact of staff reductions on the administration of critical education funding for children with disabilities.
October 18, 2025 at 1:32 AM
wesjensen86.bsky.social
Please join NMM in action to call on state officials to respect our votes & voices.

Can’t make it like me? Submit a comment for the official record by emailing the Commission by Oct. 15th at 5pm: mcc.contact@nebraska.gov

ℹ️ For more info,
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October 14, 2025 at 2:08 AM
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Not only are Republicans wanting to increase your healthcare, but their week long shutdown is burdening our military and putting pregnant women & young children at risk.

Call Bacon (202.225.4155), Ricketts (202.224.4224) & Fischer (202.224.6551) to tell them to STOP the shutdown.
Political flyer with a collage of four prominent people in front of a U.S. Air Force Base entrance sign. The headline at the top in large red font reads: "REPUBLICAN SHUTDOWN BURDENS OFFUTT & MILITARY." The people are dressed in formal attire. Below them, a quote says: “So in those critical positions, many times our uniformed military members that are still working full time have to not only do their missions, but also have to fill in some of those critical civilian gaps that have been created due to the furlough,” he [Pierce] said. Pierce said Offutt’s military personnel are committed to completing the base’s mission just as they did before the government shutdown, but the job gets harder the longer they go without the support from the civilian workforce. A highlighted section at the bottom in red text reads: The U.S. Department of Defense furloughed 334,904 employees, or about half its civilian workforce. At the bottom, the Douglas County Democratic Party logo appears with a citation from the Omaha World Herald and the date “10.2.25”. The background includes a partly cloudy sky and several flags. Black background graphic with white text. The main message states: "Republican Shutdown Puts New Families At Risk; Nearly 7 million pregnant women and young children depend on WIC for healthy foods. Advocates say funding could run out in about two weeks." Below a horizontal line, smaller text says: "THE FEDERAL SHUTDOWN PUTS NUTRITION AID FOR MILLIONS OF NEW PARENTS AT RISK, NPR, 10.2.25" At the bottom is the logo for DOUGLAS COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY.
October 8, 2025 at 9:48 PM
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Americans want & deserve affordable healthcare. That’s why support for extending the Affordable Care Act tax credits is bipartisan.

Call Bacon (202.225.4155), Ricketts (202.224.4224) & Fischer (202.224.6551) to tell them to STOP the shutdown by giving Nebraskans access to affordable healthcare.
Political call-to-action graphic The image has a black, white, and blue color scheme. Across the top, there is a quote in large, bold white letters: “Red state, blue state, appointed, elected — we have unanimous approval supporting these (healthcare) tax credits.” - Jon Godfread (R), President of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners Below the quote, there's a smaller text box that reads: “Time is short for an ACA premium fix in the shutdown fight, says GOP insurance leader”, NPR, 10.4.25 Moving down, a large blue arrow pointing right contains the word "CALL" in white. Next to it, contact information for politicians is listed in black bold text: Bacon: (202) 225-4155 Ricketts: (202) 224-4224 Fischer: (202) 224-6551 Below this, black and regular-weight text says: Tell them to STOP the shutdown by giving Nebraskans access to affordable healthcare At the very bottom is the logo for the Douglas County Democratic Party. The logo features a stylized "D" with a blue dot inside.
October 8, 2025 at 12:20 AM
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Americans want & deserve access to affordable healthcare, not 6 days of a Republican shutdown.
Political advertisement featuring black-and-white photos of four politicians in front of the White House and U.S. Capitol. The text at the top reads: "Republican House of Representatives. Republican Senate. Republican White House." The word "Republican" is highlighted in red each time. Below the politicians, in large red letters, it states: "Republican Shut Down." At the bottom is the logo for the Douglas County Democratic Party, with their name written next to it. The overall design emphasizes the word "Republican" in red and associates it with the government shutdown.
October 6, 2025 at 12:37 PM
wesjensen86.bsky.social
Teacher Night at The Durham Museum with Darth Gator & Wildlife Encounters. Thanks for celebrating us 🫶🏻
A smiling man with light skin and reddish hair and beard is standing indoors, holding a small alligator. He is wearing a red t-shirt with the text "I ♥ PUBLIC SCHOOLS" written on it in white letters. He is positioned next to a table with a green tablecloth that has "WILDLIFE ENCOUNTER" and their website printed on it, along with some printed materials. In the background, there is a black and white cityscape photo on the wall and another person with blond hair and glasses facing away. The room appears to be a public space, possibly a museum or educational center.
October 4, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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Day 2 of the Republican Government Shutdown. Why? Trump, Fischer, Ricketts & Bacon rather stand with billionaires while you cough up more money for healthcare!
Political advertisement featuring four people in front of a background with stacks of U.S. hundred-dollar bills. The text at the top reads "REPUBLICAN GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN" in large gold letters. Below the image, in a mix of gold and gray text, it says: "TRUMP, FISCHER, RICKETTS & BACON STAND WITH BILLIONAIRES WHILE YOU COUGH UP MORE MONEY FOR HEALTHCARE" At the bottom is the logo and name: "Douglas County Democratic Party." The overall message criticizes these Republican politicians for supporting billionaires instead of addressing healthcare costs for regular people.
October 3, 2025 at 1:27 AM
wesjensen86.bsky.social
Call Governor Pillen’s office at 402.471.2244 (M - F, 8 AM - 5 PM) and tell him to value our right to petition, our votes & our public schools (not private voucher schemes). And if you haven’t yet, take action at bit.ly/RespectVoters.
Red political action flyer. Large black text at the top says ACTION ALERT! Below is a white box containing a quote from Tim Royers, NSEA president, criticizing Governor Pillen’s decision to support a federal voucher program after Nebraska voters rejected state-level vouchers. The quote warns that the program diverts public resources into private systems “without accountability or limits.” Additional text says Governor Pillen argued ballot initiatives are flawed and claims Nebraskans “totally agree” on school choice. The flyer states voters in all but five of Nebraska’s 49 legislative districts rejected the voucher program in 2024. "Five of the state's 49 legislative districts" is highlighted in blue. To the left of the quote is a thumbs-down icon inside an outline of Nebraska. To the right is a red hand with a single finger pointed upward and two red exclamation marks. At the bottom, in large red and black text: Take action: Call 402.471.2244 (M - F, 8 AM - 5 PM) Small source note at the bottom: Source: Nebraska gets a private school tax credit — thanks to Trump, Nebraska Examiner, 9.29.25
October 2, 2025 at 12:31 AM
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i am irate about this. we voted vouchers down just last year by a margin of 14%
wesjensen86.bsky.social Wes Jensen (he/him) @wesjensen86.bsky.social · Sep 29
ACTION ALERT: Governor Pillen opts Nebraska in to a federal voucher scheme, ignoring Nebraskans voices & votes. Take action at bit.ly/RespectVoters.
Red alert graphic with bold white and black text. The message reads: "Action Alert! Governor Pillen opted Nebraska in to a federal voucher scheme. (with a thumbs down icon) Nebraskans said NO to vouchers & we’ll raise our voices again: Nebraska values public schools, not private voucher schemes. (with a megaphone icon) Take action: https://bit.ly/RespectVoters"
September 29, 2025 at 10:40 PM
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NE at it again. Ignoring the voters' decisions on sick leave and now on vouchers.
wesjensen86.bsky.social Wes Jensen (he/him) @wesjensen86.bsky.social · Sep 29
ACTION ALERT: Governor Pillen opts Nebraska in to a federal voucher scheme, ignoring Nebraskans voices & votes. Take action at bit.ly/RespectVoters.
Red alert graphic with bold white and black text. The message reads: "Action Alert! Governor Pillen opted Nebraska in to a federal voucher scheme. (with a thumbs down icon) Nebraskans said NO to vouchers & we’ll raise our voices again: Nebraska values public schools, not private voucher schemes. (with a megaphone icon) Take action: https://bit.ly/RespectVoters"
September 29, 2025 at 11:40 PM