2022 Nebraska gubernatorial election
The 2022 Nebraska gubernatorial election will take place on November 8, 2022, to elect the Governor of Nebraska. Incumbent Republican Governor Pete Ricketts is term-limited and cannot seek re-election to a third term.[1]
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Republican primary
Declared
- Michael Connely, educational advisor, quality assurance director, small-scale agribusiness, USMC veteran (Aviation Communication and Navigation, Military Intelligence Security, Medical Laboratory)[2]
- Charles W. Herbster, farmer and candidate for governor in 2014[1][3]
- Brett Lindstrom, financial advisor, state senator, and candidate for Nebraska's 2nd congressional district in 2012[1][4][5][6]
- Jim Pillen, pig farmer, agribusinessman, and member of the University of Nebraska Board of Regents[7]
- Breland Ridenour, Information Technology Manager[8]
- Theresa Thibodeau, former state senator (2017–2019) and former chair of the Douglas County Republican Party[9]
Potential
- Jeff Fortenberry, U.S. Representative for Nebraska's 1st congressional district (2005–present)[4]
- Mike Hilgers, Speaker of the Nebraska Legislature (2021–present)[4]
- Greg Ibach, former U.S. Under Secretary of Agriculture for Marketing and Regulatory Programs (2017–2021) and former Nebraska Director of Agriculture (2005–2017)[10]
- Dave Nabity, financial adviser, talk show host, and candidate for governor in 2006[4]
- Bryan Slone, president of the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce and candidate for governor in 2014[1]
- John Stinner, state senator (2015–present)[4]
Declined
- Don Bacon, U.S. Representative for Nebraska's 2nd congressional district (2017–present) (running for re-election)[11][12]
- Deb Fischer, U.S. Senator (2013–present)[4][5]
- Mike Flood, state senator (2005–2013, 2021–present), former Speaker of the Nebraska Legislature (2007–2013), and candidate for governor in 2014[13]
- Mike Foley, Lieutenant Governor of Nebraska (2015–present), former Nebraska State Auditor (2007–2015), and candidate for governor in 2014 (running for State Auditor)[1][10][14]
- Dave Heineman, former governor (2005–2015)[4][15][16]
- Adrian Smith, U.S. Representative for Nebraska's 3rd congressional district (2007–present) (running for re-election)[4]
- Jean Stothert, Mayor of Omaha (2013–present)[1][4]
Endorsements
Jim Pillen
- Statewide officials
- Kay A. Orr, 36th Governor of Nebraska (1987–1991)[17]
- Individuals
- Tom Osborne, Nebraska Cornhuskers head football coach (1973–1997), former college athletics administrator, and former Congressman[18]
Charles W. Herbster
- Executive Branch officials
- Donald Trump, 45th President of the United States (2017–2021)[19]
Democratic primary
Declared
- Carol Blood, state senator (2017–present)[20]
Potential
- Sara Howard, member of the Omaha Public Power District board (2021–present) and former state senator (2013–2021)[4]
- Steve Lathrop, state senator (2007–2015, 2019–present)[1]
Declined
- Alisha Shelton, Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor and candidate for U.S. Senate in 2020 (running for U.S. House)[22]
- Tony Vargas, state senator (2017–present) (running for U.S. House)[23]
Endorsements
Carol Blood
- Organizations
- Nebraska Democratic Party[24]
- AFL-CIO, Nebraska Chapter
Libertarian primary
Declared
- Scott Zimmerman, businessman, comedian, founder of Z-Trak Productions[25]
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[26] | Solid R | October 5, 2021 |
| Inside Elections[27] | Solid R | September 29, 2021 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[28] | Safe R | September 15, 2021 |
References
- Hammel, Paul. "Candidates exploring runs in 2022 governor's race; Ricketts can't run due to term limits". omaha.com. Omaha World Herald. Retrieved March 4, 2020.
- "Lincoln veteran Michael Connely seeking state senate seat, announces 2022 Governor run". www.1011now.com. Retrieved April 17, 2021.
- "Herbster files, 2022 Governor's race off and running".
- Sanderford, Aaron (January 31, 2021). "The race to replace Ricketts: Who's in, who's thinking, who's out of campaign for governor". Omaha.com. Retrieved February 3, 2021.
- Hammel, Paul. "Sen. Deb Fischer says she won't run for Nebraska governor, likes being a legislator". Omaha.com. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
- Walton, Don. "Regent Jim Pillen says he's running for governor of Nebraska". JournalStar.com. Retrieved April 7, 2021.
- KETV Staff Report (April 7, 2021). "University of Nebraska Regent Jim Pillen announces he is running for governor". KETV. Retrieved April 7, 2021.
- KETV Staff Report (May 12, 2021). "Another Republican enters the race for Nebraska governor". KETV. Retrieved May 12, 2021.
- Stoddard, Martha (October 28, 2021). "Omahan Theresa Thibodeau exploring run for Nebraska governor to give GOP options". Omaha World-Herald (published October 21, 2021). Archived from the original on October 31, 2021. Retrieved October 31, 2021.
- "Governor's race in 2022 appears to be wide open".
- "Bacon says he is considering race for governor".
- Editor, Randy Essex World-Herald Executive. "Don Bacon won't run for Nebraska governor; looks forward to congressional roles". Omaha.com. Retrieved March 15, 2021.CS1 maint: extra text: authors list (link)
- Hammel, Paul (August 17, 2019). "Former Speaker of the Legislature Mike Flood seeks to reclaim District 19 seat". Omaha World-Herald. Retrieved September 5, 2020.
- Bureau, Paul Hammel World-Herald. "Nebraska auditor not running for reelection; lieutenant governor will seek his old job". Omaha World-Herald. Retrieved November 11, 2021.
- Bureau, Paul Hammel World-Herald. "Former Gov. Dave Heineman said to be seriously considering run for his old office in 2022". Omaha.com. Retrieved April 8, 2021.
- "Former Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman announces he will not be running in 2022". KMTV. December 14, 2021. Retrieved December 14, 2021.
- "Governor Orr endorses Pillen for Nebraska Governor". LJS. April 29, 2021.
- "Coach Osborne endorses Pillen for Nebraska Governor". Custer County Chief. April 23, 2021.
- "Trump endorses Herbster for Nebraska governor". WOWT. October 27, 2021.
- "Carol Blood formally enters race for Nebraska Governor". KETV. September 13, 2021. Retrieved September 13, 2021.
- "Nebraska Accountability and Disclosure Commission". nadc.nebraska.gov. Retrieved July 15, 2021.
- "Alisha Shelton announces run for Nebraska's 2nd District Congressional seat". KMTV. July 6, 2021. Retrieved July 6, 2021.
- Walton, Don. "Sen. Tony Vargas will seek metro Omaha House seat". JournalStar.com. Retrieved July 13, 2021.
- "State Sen. Carol Blood announces run for Nebraska governor". September 14, 2021.
- "Libertarian candidate for governor pledges less government". Norfolk Daily News. September 11, 2021.
- "2022 Governor Race Ratings". The Cook Political Report. Retrieved February 4, 2021.
- "Gubernatorial Ratings". Inside Elections. Retrieved February 19, 2021.
- "2022 Gubernatorial race ratings". Sabato's Crystal Ball. Retrieved March 11, 2021.
External links
- Official campaign websites
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