Hassebrook (D-Ne) makes Sen. bid official

[Omaha Steve]

http://www.omaha.com/article/20120214/NEWS01/702159997#hassebrook-makes-sen-bid-official

By Robynn Tysver

LYONS, Neb. — Democrat Chuck Hassebrook fired a populist blast Tuesday, saying he would stand up against "rich and powerful interests" if elected to the U.S. Senate.

Hassebrook argued that the middle-class Americans were being ignored by a Washington, D.C., that cares more about providing tax cuts to the rich, subsidizing rich farmers and protecting big banks.

"I am running so I can fight, not for government that protects the tax cuts of the rich, but for government that protects the retirement security of hard working families," said Hassebrook, 56.

Hassebrook, of Lyons, is the first major Democrat into the race. He is expected to be the last.

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Chuck Hassebrook

FULL story at link.

[Alexander]

1. Anyone know if he has a chance to win?

Hassebrook sounds like he'd be a vast improvement over Nelson, but this is deep-red Nebraska we're talking about.

[Beavker]

2. Give is the inside dirt!

Then again, lets face it, I'm probably voting for him regardless.