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Was Ben Nelson the last Democrat to hold statewide office in Nebraska as of 2023?

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Yes, Ben Nelson was the last Democrat to hold statewide office in Nebraska as of 2023. Nelson served as a U.S. Senator from Nebraska from 2001 to 2013, and was the only Democrat to hold statewide office in Nebraska during that time. Since Nelson's retirement, no Democrat has been elected to statewide office in Nebraska.
Beyond Ben Nelson: Exploring the Legacy of Nebraska's 37th Governor

Beyond Ben Nelson: Exploring the Legacy of Nebraska's 37th Governor

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