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Nebraska · Nebraska Governor · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Rick Beard

Legal Marijuana Now

Private chef, winemaker, and former farmer

2026 race · Nebraska Governor

Lean R

23%77%

Lean R

24%76%
● Lynne Walz● Jim PillenINCAlso: Rick Beard (LMN), Brett Lindstrom (OTH)
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