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May 12, 2020 - Nebraska Primary
33 Delegates (29 Pledged)
Summary: No surprises.
NEBRASKA PRESIDENTIAL PRIMARY (29 pledged
delegates)
BIDEN |
SANDERS |
WARREN |
GABBARD |
TOTAL |
119,138 (77.41%) |
20,921 (13.59%) |
9,531 (6.19%) |
4,318 (2.81%) |
153,908 |
OVERVIEW
Nebraska, which does not require an excuse for requesting an
early ballot, saw record early voting (+).
In
2016, Democrats held presidential caucuses. The race was still
competitive at this point, and Sanders won by 57.1% to 42.9%. For
2020, the party participated in the state run primary, and Biden won
over three-quarters of the vote. In the Republican primary (+)
Trump
won with 91.50% of 259,121 votes
tallied: Trump 237,097 (91.50%), Weld 22,024 (8.50%). In the
Libertarian primary (+)
1,828 votes were tallied and
the top finishers were Jorgensen (27.79%) and Hornberger (24.29%).
press
releases...
Nebraska
Democratic
Party
May 12, 2020
Democrats Shattering Records in 2020 Primary
The early voting numbers in
the Primary Election show enthusiasm is on the side of the Democratic
Party and proves the Republican Party was dead wrong when they claimed
voting by mail would suppress votes.
–Almost 500,000 Nebraskans requested to vote by mail in the 2020
primary election. In 2016, there were 288,799 total voters in the
primary including in-person and mail-in ballots. That is a 41% increase
in primary voters.
Democratic voters are seeing larger increases over the 2016 primary
numbers than the Republicans.
–Democratic voters are showing up strong with a 53% increase over the
2016 primary numbers (159,199 in 2020 / 74,344 in 2016). Republicans on
the other hand have only seen a 26% increase. This includes only
mail-in ballot requests.
Population centers are seeing enthusiasm among in Democratic voters.
–In Douglas County, 44% of the Democrats requested to vote by mail on
par with to 44% of the Republicans showing a continued split in the
county that with investments can turn blue to help secure the electoral
vote and a Congressional seat.
–In Lancaster County, 49% of the Democrats requested to vote by mail
compared to 44% of the Republicans continuing the trends we’ve seen in
the 2018 and 2019 elections where Democrats are sweeping local
elections.
—In Sarpy County, 44% of the Democrats requested to vote by mail
compared to 38% of the Republicans giving major signs of hope that
Democrats can hold their own and stop Republican gains.
More Independent voters requested Democratic ballots.
-In 2020, 18,951 Independents requested a Democratic ballot. In CD2
alone, 10,925 Independents voted on a Democratic ballot which can be a
potential margin of victory in the general election. The number of
Independents taking a Democratic ballot saw an increase of 70% over
2016 ballots.
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May 8, 2020
Nebraska Democratic Party leaders on Friday
issued a joint endorsement of Joe Biden for president before the
Nebraska Primary on May 12.
Former Vice President Biden
has been endorsed by the Democratic
presidential field, including Sens. Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth
Warren, who will also appear on Nebraska’s primary ballot. Both
candidates wanted to remain on the ballot to continue seeking delegates
for influence on the platform and rules at the national convention.
Biden is the presumptive
Democratic nominee emerging from a crowded
field that saw 29 candidates overall.
“Joe Biden is someone who
will be a fighter and advocate for our rural
and urban communities alike, people from every background, Democrat or
Republican. Joe has a servant’s heart, never forgetting that a true
public servant always puts his constituents before party lines. That is
what he did as Vice President, helping lead the implementation of the
Recovery Act, which helped Nebraskans recover from the worst recession
of our lifetimes. This pandemic requires Joe’s experience and
leadership more than ever. I am excited to see Americans from across
the country coalesce around my friend Joe, and look forward to making
him our next president.” — Ben Nelson, former U.S. Senator and Governor
of Nebraska
“I worked with Joe Biden as
a member of Congress. No one has more
knowledge of government. He can work across the aisle and get things
done. Joe has a deep caring for others which I personally witnessed on
several occasions. I am proud to strongly endorse Joe Biden for
President.” — Brad Ashford, former U.S. Representative
“Vice President Joe Biden
will restore honor, integrity and dignity to
the White House. Our party is united in our efforts to defeat Trump
while also electing local Democrats across Nebraska. We need all shades
of blue to reform and build the party. We only win when we stick
together.” — Jane Kleeb, State Party Chair
“As we prepare to leave this
dark and divisive period in our history,
we need a person with the character and compassion to lead our nation
into a future of which we can be proud. We are fortunate to have
that person — Joe Biden.” — Richard Register, First Associate Chair
“Our next president needs to
restore the integrity, leadership and
stature of the presidency. Biden will do just that.” — Preston Love
Jr., Second Associate Chair
“I believe that Vice
President Biden will lead us successfully in a
battle for America’s soul. The lives of millions of Americans depend on
it.“ — Patty Zieg, National Committeewoman
“In Joe Biden, we will have
a president who represents all Americans,
not just the wealthy and well-connected.” — Ron Kaminski,
National Committeeman
“The soul of our country is
on the ballot and Joe Biden has the
experience, vision, and heart to reunify our country. Joe Biden
is ready to take on the job as Commander-in-Chief on day one.” —
Charlene Ligon, Secretary
“Joe Biden can get us back
on track as a nation. We simply cannot
afford another four years under Trump.” — Ted Kessler, Treasurer
“I trust Joe Biden to take
care of my family like it was his own.” —
Bud Pettigrew, Chair of County Chairs
“As a former member of the
International Association of Fire Fighters
644 union, I know Joe Biden has fought for the benefit of firefighters
across the country. That is just one of the many reasons I’m supporting
Joe Biden for President.” — John Yoakum, CD1 Chair
“I support Joe Biden because
our country can’t wait another four years
for a responsible government. Joe will bring integrity back to our
highest office and will get things done.” — Ben Cass, CD2 Chair
“Joe’s experience and
philosophy will get the country on an economic
recovery track & will return to a country that takes care of all of
the people. He will focus on the working class and give them the
respect they deserve.” — Judy Vohland, CD3 Chair
“This election is so
important for LGBTQ people — with the Trump
Administration trying to roll back so many of the initiatives that
Obama and Joe Biden championed. We must elect Joe Biden for President
on Nov. 3.” — Joe Shaw, Nebraska Stonewall Democrats Chair
“Our Native American
communities all across Turtle Island are in a
crisis that we have been through before. This time around, we have
leaders with stronger voices speaking up for the voiceless. True
leadership is learning how to work together for a greater purpose for
all. The Native Caucus fully supports Joe Biden and his campaign to
defeat Donald Trump in the 2020 election. We will help guide his
campaign throughout Indian Country so he can better-serve our
communities.” — Mechelle Sky Walker, Native Caucus Chair
“Vice President Joe Biden
can repair the damage done to this country
since 2017. I am confident that he will surround himself with a
competent Cabinet and appoint others to his administration who will
work alongside him to protect the rights of women and restore our
standing in the world.” — Sharlette Schwenninger, Women’s Caucus Chair