The first Democratic presidential primary debates are coming June 26 and June 27 at 8 p.m. CT each night. This page has information about the debates as well as TV Watch Parties in Nebraska.
The first debate of this cycle is going to be an exciting event that you won’t want to miss. So be sure to mark your calendar now for both nights of the first official debate in the race for the Democratic Party’s nomination. You’ll hear from this incredible slate of Democratic candidates as they share their vision to get our country back on track.
The debates will be aired on NBC each night at 8 p.m. CT. NBC also will be livestreaming the debates on its website and on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
And remember to follow @janekleeb and @nebraskadems on Twitter for live reactions to the debates.
The DNC has announced the official lineups for the first Democratic presidential primary debate.
NIGHT ONE, Wednesday, June 26:
- Cory Booker
- Bill de Blasio
- Julián Castro
- John Delaney
- Tulsi Gabbard
- Jay Inslee
- Amy Klobuchar
- Beto O’Rourke
- Tim Ryan
- Elizabeth Warren
NIGHT TWO, Thursday, June 27:
- Michael Bennet
- Joe Biden
- Pete Buttigieg
- Kirsten Gillibrand
- Kamala Harris
- John Hickenlooper
- Bernie Sanders
- Eric Swalwell
- Marianne Williamson
- Andrew Yang
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Nebraska Watch Parties
(we’ll add more as they are organized)
Nebraska Democratic Party/Greater Omaha Area Democrats
Wednesday, June 26
7:30-10 p.m.
Emery’s Cafe
2118 N. 24th St., Unit 101, Omaha, NE
Nebraska Democratic Party/Greater Omaha Area Democrats
Thursday, June 27
7:30-10 p.m.
Legends Patio Bar and Grill – Aksarben
6920 Pacific St, Omaha, NE
NOTE: NDP Chair Jane Kleeb had planned to be at this event but cannot attend.
Buffalo County Young Democrats
Wednesday, June 26
8-10 p.m.
Harmon Park
3100 5th Ave, Kearney, NE
Dawes County Democratic Party
Wednesday, June 26
6:45-9 p.m.
The Bean Broker Coffee House and Pub
202 W. 2nd St., Chadron, NE
Dawes County Democratic Party
Thursday, June 27
6:45-9 p.m.
The Bean Broker Coffee House and Pub
202 W. 2nd St., Chadron, NE
Fillmore County Democratic Party
Wednesday, June 26
7-10 p.m.
Home of Margaret Nichols
1119 Road L, Geneva, NE
Fillmore County Democratic Party
Thursday, June 27
7-10 p.m.
Home of JoAnn Edgecombe
1230 K St., Geneva, NE
Hall County Democratic Party
Wednesday June 26 and Thursday June 27
7:30-10 p.m.
Francis Villa Community Room
1405 W. Koenig St., Grand Island, NE (enter through back parking area off Charles St.)
Lancaster County Democratic Party
Wednesday, June 26
7-10 p.m.
Brewsky’s Food & Spirits
201 N 8th St, Lincoln, NE
11600 Old Mill Dr. Blair, NE
