HASTINGS, Neb. (KMTV) — On Thursday morning, Nebraska Senator Brett Lindstrom announced his choice for Lt. Governor.
His pick is Dave Rippe, former Director of Economic Development for the State of Nebraska.
“Throughout his career, Dave Rippe has fought for the people of Nebraska - strengthening our communities by helping home-grown Nebraska companies to expand, attracting big meaningful job creators, developing housing across the state, and now – to join me in bringing a New Generation of Conservative Leadership to the state,” Lindstrom said in a statement. “I know Dave is the right person to help grow Nebraska, and together, we will make Nebraska competitive for generations to come.”
Dave Rippe responded to the announcement: “I am honored and ready to work alongside Brett Lindstrom and provide a New Generation of Leadership for Nebraska. A New Generation of Leadership to fix a broken tax-system, cut red tape, and to bring people together to do big things. I’m ready to go – let’s get to work” he concluded.
To watch Dave Rippe's announcement video, click here.
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