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Jim Pillen and Brett Lindstrom, same questions, same sources, in ballot order. "Not found" means we looked and found no public statement.

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TopicJim PillenBrett Lindstrom
On the ballot as

Republican, with Joe Kelly for Lt. Governor, Incumbent

America First, with Michael Picard for Lt. Governor

Occupation

Governor of Nebraska (2023-present); former veterinarian

Source: nebraskaexaminer.com

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Prior offices

Governor of Nebraska, 2023-present

Source: nebraskaexaminer.com

Nebraska State Senator (Omaha), 2015-2023

Source: nebraskaexaminer.com
Campaign money

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Taxes and budget

"fixing our broken tax system"

Source: jimpillen.com

Says Gov. Pillen has "pushed the state to the brink of a fiscal crisis."

Source: nebraskaexaminer.com
Education

Supports "banning phones in schools."

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Agriculture and water

"Standing up for Nebraska's farmers and ranchers—always."

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Elections and government

Supports "Bringing back 'Winner Take All' legislation"

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Record in office

Oct 19, 2026: Executive order on fuel supply demands

Source: governor.nebraska.gov

Oct 15, 2026: Executive order establishing Statewide Public Safety Communications Task Force

Source: governor.nebraska.gov

Oct 15, 2026: Signed pledge to protect Americans from fraud

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