Centrist Independent Voter has endorsed independent candidate Dan Osborn for the U.S. Senate in Nebraska.
Osborn is not a perfect policy match for us. We have substantial reservations about parts of his economic agenda, particularly some of his more populist proposals. But his commitment to political independence, opposition to blanket tariffs, support for Ukraine, and emphasis on restoring Congress’s constitutional role make a compelling case.
Republican Senator Pete Ricketts deserves credit for his strong support of Ukraine. But on several important institutional questions—including presidential appointments, war powers, tariffs and voting legislation—he has too often sided with President Trump rather than asserting Congress’s independent responsibilities.
Osborn says he will caucus with neither Democrats nor Republicans and could become part of a small bloc of genuinely independent senators. Such a bloc could help loosen the grip of party leadership and encourage bipartisan governing.
That potential power should be used responsibly—not to pursue pet populist crusades, but to make Congress work better.
Nebraska voters have an opportunity to send the Senate something it badly needs: a genuinely independent voice.
Read our full endorsement of Dan Osborn for U.S. Senate.
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