Nebraska GOP, Dems appeal to state Supreme Court to stop other political parties

The state’s two largest political parties, the Nebraska Republican Party and Nebraska Democratic Party, are fighting the official formation of two new political parties. Republicans are opposed to creation of the America First Party, while Democrats oppose the proposed Nebraska Working People Party

August 20, 2026Updated: August 20, 2026

By Nebraska Examiner

Nebraska GOP, Dems appeal to state Supreme Court to stop other political parties

The state’s two largest political parties, the Nebraska Republican Party and Nebraska Democratic Party, are fighting the official formation of two new political parties. Republicans are opposed to creation of the America First Party, while Democrats oppose the proposed Nebraska Working People Party. (Logo photos courtesy of the party websites Nebraska Capitol photo by Zach Wendling/Nebraska Examiner)

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Nebraska GOP, Dems appeal to state Supreme Court to stop other political parties

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