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IMMEDIATE RELEASE<\/strong><\/p>\n

Contact: Brandon Bayer, press@lynnewalz.com
\nLYNNE WALZ FOR NEBRASKA
\nJuly 13, 2026<\/p>\n

Lynne Walz\u2019s Campaign Statement on Brett Lindstrom Entering the Race<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fremont, NE – Lynne Walz’s campaign for Nebraska Governor issued the following statement on Brett Lindstrom entering the governor’s race.<\/p>\n

“Brett Lindstrom is a lifelong conservative Republican who recently switched after an unsuccessful congressional bid,” said Brandon Bayer, senior advisor to the campaign. “Now he is trying to mount a campaign as an independent after re-registering at the deadline. His record speaks for itself, he is no moderate.\u201d<\/p>\n

“Nebraskans are struggling with rising costs and high property taxes. It’s only going to get worse with the Pillen budget crisis. We all know we cannot afford another four years of a failed Pillen administration. Lynne Walz is the only candidate with a viable path to defeat Jim Pillen.”<\/p>\n

Brett Lindstrom ran for Congress as a Republican in 2012, challenging then-Representative LeeTerry in the primary. He served as a State Senator from Douglas County from 2015-2023. He ran for governor in 2022 and lost to Jim Pillen in the Republican primary. He most recently ran for Congress in 2026 before dropping out in January. He switched to a nonpartisan days before the February deadline to be eligible to run as an independent.<\/p>\n

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About Lynne<\/strong><\/p>\n

Lynne Walz has spent her life putting Nebraska values into action\u2014hard work, compassion, and service to others. A farm kid from outside Fremont, Lynne grew up hauling water, feeding animals, and learning that nothing gets done without rolling up your sleeves. Those lessons shaped who she is today.<\/p>\n

Lynne is running for Governor because Nebraska needs leaders focused on solving problems, not scoring political points. She\u2019ll bring people together to strengthen public schools, keep property taxes in check, and make sure young people can build their futures right here at home.<\/p>\n

After high school, Lynne worked as a caretaker for women with developmental disabilities\u2014an experience that taught her deep empathy and has guided her throughout her life. As a young mom, she returned to school at Midland Lutheran College while raising her kids, running an in-home daycare, and working multiple jobs to get ahead.<\/p>\n

With her education degree, Lynne continued serving others\u2014working for a nonprofit supporting people with developmental disabilities and later teaching in both public and Catholic schools. She also stepped into community leadership on the Bergan School Board, the Fremont Chamber of Commerce, and the Fremont Board of Realtors.<\/p>\n

A lifelong Lutheran, Lynne directs Vacation Bible School and serves on her church council. Her faith grounds her daily decisions and her commitment to treating people with dignity.<\/p>\n

In 2016, Lynne was elected to the Legislature\u2014defeating an incumbent Republican in a district Trump carried by 33 points\u2014and was re-elected in 2020. She earned a reputation for reaching across the aisle and delivering results: expanding rural broadband, accelerating highway projects, strengthening teacher recruitment, and supporting first responders. She opposed efforts to defund the police and was honored as Legislator of the Year by the Fraternal Order of
\nPolice.<\/p>\n

Lynne and her husband, Chris, live in Fremont. They have three adult children and seven grandchildren.<\/p>\n

Lynne Walz believes Nebraska\u2019s best days are ahead\u2014and she\u2019s ready to lead with common
\nsense, responsibility, and respect.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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