OpEds

Jon Capps shares his perspective on Nebraska’s growing budget deficit, highlighting spending trends, tax policy decisions, and the need for long-term fiscal discipline.

By Jon Capps, Candidate for Nebraska Legislature – District 38 Nebraska is named for the Platte River — a wide, shallow river that doesn’t rush, doesn’t overwhelm its banks, and doesn’t carve deep, destructive channels. It moves steadily forward, spreading its force across the land. That’s not just geography. It’s a lesson. Today, Nebraska’s economic systems no longer work that way. Our tax structure has become too narrow, placing too much pressure on property owners — especi

By Jon Capps, Candidate for Nebraska Legislature – District 38 Nebraska doesn’t suffer from a lack of good intentions. What we suffer from is outdated systems. After more than 30 years working as a Chief Technology Officer, I’ve learned something important: most organizations don’t fail because people don’t care — they fail because the systems they rely on no longer work the way they were intended. That’s where Nebraska finds itself today. Our tax structure is outdated. Our r

By Jon Capps, Candidate for Nebraska Legislature – District 38 Drive through Clay, Nuckolls, Webster, Franklin, Harlan, Phelps, Furnas, and Red Willow counties and you’ll see what makes Nebraska special. Main streets where folks still wave as you pass by. Kids helping with chores before school. Neighbors showing up with a casserole when someone’s in need. This is our way of life — rooted in hard work, faith, and community. But if we’re honest, it’s under threat. Not from one