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Nebraska Secretary of State

General: November 3, 2026 · Primary: May 12, 2026

General election

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Air Force veteran and former state senator Bob Krist is running for Nebraska Secretary of State. He prioritizes reforming property taxes by increasing state education funding and reducing reliance on property taxes. Krist emphasizes non-partisan governance and compromise.

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No party listedFirst-time candidate

Paul Rumbaugh is a member of the Nebraska Working People Party running for Secretary of State for the first time.

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DemocraticFirst-time candidateChef

A professional chef and 18-year small business owner, Slattery is running for this first Nebraska Secretary of State race as a Democrat. She emphasizes restoring public trust in the office, supporting small business growth, and making voting more accessible for all eligible voters.

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RepublicanFirst-time candidateRetired

Scott Petersen is a retired and republican candidate running for Nebraska Secretary of State in their first run for office. Scott Petersen emphasizes taxes.

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Primary

RepublicanLawyer

Bob Evnen is a Republican candidate for Nebraska Secretary of State in the 2026 election.

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DemocraticFirst-time candidate

Lee Cimfel is a Democratic candidate for Nebraska Secretary of State in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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DemocraticFirst-time candidateAdvancedChef

A professional chef and 18-year small business owner, Slattery is running for this first Nebraska Secretary of State race as a Democrat. She emphasizes restoring public trust in the office, supporting small business growth, and making voting more accessible for all eligible voters.

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RepublicanFirst-time candidateAdvancedRetired

Scott Petersen is a retired and republican candidate running for Nebraska Secretary of State in their first run for office. Scott Petersen emphasizes taxes.

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