Why are there so many independent Nebraska candidates running for office this year?

Nebraska has seen an increase in nonpartisan candidates running in partisan races this midterm cycle. Some credit independent candidate Dan Osborn, who ran for U.S. Senate against Republican U.S. Sen. Deb Fischer in 2024.

By: Juan Salinas II

Outlets: Nebraska Examiner

Published: June 22, 2026

Words: 962

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 1 day ago

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LINCOLN — Nebraska might have nonpartisan fever.

This midterm cycle has seen an increase in nonpartisan — independent — candidates running in partisan races across the state. Four candidates have gathered enough signatures – or are openly trying to get enough signatures – to be on the November ballot.

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