Whos voting for who and why?

**Ty S** · 10-23-2006, 02:04 PM

Please express your opinions on which candidates are better for the outdoors and why.

Thanks guys.

OutdoorProf · 10-23-2006, 02:40 PM

Going to have to go with Nelson over Rickets...and I'm a republican.

I appreciate Nelson's comments on Natural Resources...click here for his views. I don't really even think this is on Ricketts' radar screen. Ricketts touts his NRA membership and that's all fine and great, but Nelson is endorsed by them and several other groups with interests in hunting, fishing, and NR conservation.

Deas

burrodebo · 10-23-2006, 02:45 PM

Voting for Nelson.

Why?

Rickets seems thinks its a BAD thing that Nelson is a hunter.

Alex T. · 10-23-2006, 02:51 PM

Nelson. Plus, My work endorses him for my benefits,pay,retirement,etc. I'd appreciate it if everyone would vote for him.:d I really don't think Ricketts has a chance to win. I really think that anyone who runs for office could win hands down if they would just stick to the issues and not get into the name calling and down-grading of their opponent.

Alex

OutdoorProf · 10-23-2006, 03:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex T.

I really don't think Ricketts has a chance to win. Alex

Yep...you can say that again. Inside polling from both campaigns shows an 18 to 20 point deficit. I doubt that will carry through on election day, but this is definitely not going to be a close one.

Deas

Fish On · 10-23-2006, 03:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex T.

I really think that anyone who runs for office could win hands down if they would just stick to the issues and not get into the name calling and down-grading of their opponent.

Alex

:zyeathat:

Chad · 10-23-2006, 03:28 PM

Nelson was also instrumental in founding the Nebraska Environmental Trust

Willie Boy · 10-23-2006, 06:12 PM

Nothing against Pete, just can't see how he's going to do a better job than Ben...now, if only Pete were running against Chuckie...

OldBaldGuy · 10-23-2006, 06:17 PM

Which part of "Don't Register," "Don't Vote," and "Stay Home" didn't you guys understand?

I told you I'd take care of this. Don't worry your pretty little heads. :zrazzing:

OutdoorProf · 10-23-2006, 06:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OldBaldGuy

Which part of "Don't Register," "Don't Vote," and "Stay Home" didn't you guys understand?

I told you I'd take care of this. Don't worry your pretty little heads. :zrazzing:

Duck Shooter · 10-23-2006, 06:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by burrodebo

Voting for Nelson.

Why?

Rickets seems thinks its a BAD thing that Nelson is a hunter.

YES, that what I think..
I am voting for Nelson..

**Ty S** · 10-23-2006, 08:16 PM

Yea Nelson rocks!

Just wondered what everyone else thought before I voiced my opinion.

I know how these posts can go.

So anyone out there voting for Ricketts? HAHA

fast-pirogue · 10-24-2006, 08:04 AM

From what I know about Senator Nelson he has not done anything that would make me not vote for him. I believe he can stand on his record. Also I am not impressed with Mr Ricketts campaign style.

Fish On · 10-24-2006, 08:11 AM

Just heard a radio ad with Hagel endorsing Ricketts, he say's something to the effect that Pete has the maturity for this job and how much he trust him blah blah blah. Maturity? has he seen any of his adds?:znono:

burrodebo · 10-24-2006, 09:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fish On

Just heard a radio ad with Hagel endorsing Ricketts, he say's something to the effect that Pete has the maturity for this job and how much he trust him blah blah blah. Maturity? has he seen any of his adds?:znono:

"Ol' Ben Nelson has some turkeys on his farm, eeee ayyy eee, ayyy, ohhh!"

That was too much.

Plus, Rickets make Nelson shoot an olde-time shotgun with the flared barrel in that ad. I think it's called a blunderbus.

LOL.

No soup for you Rickets!

fishsplash · 10-24-2006, 09:20 AM

I don't really vote when there are no candidates. .. sorry.. im also worried about the next presidential election. .. probably wont vote then either. ..

my faith in our government disappeared long ago.

burrodebo · 10-24-2006, 09:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fishsplash

my faith in our government disappeared long ago.

Yes, the most progressive, modern, and free place on earth is a terrible place to live. How unfortunate that we are able to drive the best cars in the history of the planet, eat three meals a day, sleep in heated homes, enjoy healthcare that is second to none, pursue the highest levels of education, choose any career we want, and recreate outdooors with our extra income -- income that probably exceeds the annual wages of folks living in countries where the only art they are able to hang on their walls reflects the leaders that persecute them, kill their family members, and squash their dreams.

Is that too harsh?

adammd · 10-24-2006, 09:38 AM

While at this point he has little chance at winning, David Hahn will get my vote. He appears to have an open mind towards issues and isn't simply waving the party flag.

Also, he supports industrial hemp which most politicians are afraid of b/c of the negative connotations that go along with anything hemp. Aside from its obvious benefits such as bio-fuels, fiber, paper, etc that can be derived from hemp, it also makes good sense for NE farmers. In NE where we most likely will continue to have drought/water issues, it would make sense to grow products that are true 'weeds'. They require little water to grow.

Its amazing to me that most if not all of our elected officials can shy away from this and other issues that make sense for NE. It isn't just this issue for him, its his ability to be open minded towards these issues.

And I am voting for Ben, not overly thrilled with him, but no big problems either. He also seems to be able to vote with an open mind on occasion.

**RedefiningFate** · 10-24-2006, 09:38 AM

:zyeathat:

Not at all Bo. You're absolutely right to an extent.

J.T.

OldBaldGuy · 10-24-2006, 10:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by adammd

"...he supports industrial hemp which most politicians are afraid of b/c of the negative connotations that go along with anything hemp. Aside from its obvious benefits such as bio-fuels, fiber, paper, etc that can be derived from hemp, it also makes good sense for NE farmers. In NE where we most likely will continue to have drought/water issues, it would make sense to grow products that are true 'weeds'. They require little water to grow...

I may be wrong, but I vaguely recall reading somewhere that the US government once promoted hemp growing in Nebraska (Spanish-American War or WWI era?), and there supposedly was a processing plant to separate the fiber near North Bend. This had something to do with the supply of "Manila hemp" being threatened, as hemp was considered vital to our national defense (mooring lines for warships?). Anybody else ever hear about this?

(Sorry to lead your thread so far astray, but I kinda like the idea of linking rope to politicians.)

10-23-2006, 02:04 PM	#1 (permalink)
Ty S Ty S is sunburnt, bloody, and beat! Moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Nebraska Posts: 6,066 Thanks: 495 Thanked 386 Times in 260 Posts	Please express your opinions on which candidates are better for the outdoors and why. Thanks guys. __________________ Ducks Unlimited Waterfowlers Party , Norfolk, NE April 24 100s of decoys, 11 guns, beer, food, and good times included in the $25 ticket price. Contact me for details! Not just for duck hunters. Lots of different prizes.

10-23-2006, 02:45 PM	#3 (permalink)
burrodebo burrodebo is picking ice out of the guides Emeritus Directors Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: On the Water Posts: 3,248 Thanks: 25 Thanked 93 Times in 34 Posts	Voting for Nelson. Why? Rickets seems thinks its a BAD thing that Nelson is a hunter. __________________ "We subscribe to the idea that there's no such thing as failure. There's just giving up. We do not give up. We are relentless." -- The Edge, U2

10-23-2006, 02:51 PM	#4 (permalink)
Alex T. Alex T. is kinda diggin' the brown stained waders Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: under the doors of a laydown blind Certified Youth Fishing Instructor Posts: 5,240 Thanks: 0 Thanked 577 Times in 386 Posts	Nelson. Plus, My work endorses him for my benefits,pay,retirement,etc. I'd appreciate it if everyone would vote for him.:d I really don't think Ricketts has a chance to win. I really think that anyone who runs for office could win hands down if they would just stick to the issues and not get into the name calling and down-grading of their opponent. Alex __________________ MUD........ A SQUISHY KINDA FUN

10-23-2006, 03:28 PM	#7 (permalink)
Chad Chad is finished with #1 Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Gone Fishin' Posts: 7,473 Thanks: 366 Thanked 464 Times in 208 Posts Blog Entries: 15	Nelson was also instrumental in founding the Nebraska Environmental Trust __________________

10-23-2006, 06:12 PM	#8 (permalink)
Willie Boy Willie Boy has no status. Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: West Omaha Posts: 2,534 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Nothing against Pete, just can't see how he's going to do a better job than Ben...now, if only Pete were running against Chuckie... __________________ I don't care what job I have, until I am king of the world I will be 'underemployed' :wRazzing:

10-23-2006, 02:40 PM	#2 (permalink)
OutdoorProf OutdoorProf has no status. Emeritus Directors Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Bennington, Nebraska Volunteer Hunter Education Instructor Posts: 3,656 Thanks: 14 Thanked 25 Times in 13 Posts	Going to have to go with Nelson over Rickets...and I'm a republican. I appreciate Nelson's comments on Natural Resources...click here for his views. I don't really even think this is on Ricketts' radar screen. Ricketts touts his NRA membership and that's all fine and great, but Nelson is endorsed by them and several other groups with interests in hunting, fishing, and NR conservation. Deas

10-23-2006, 06:17 PM	#9 (permalink)
OldBaldGuy OldBaldGuy is pleased to have "seen the elephant." Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: The paradise formerly known as Elkhorn Certified Youth Fishing Instructor NEFGA Line Recycling Volunteer Posts: 6,674 Thanks: 269 Thanked 524 Times in 317 Posts	Which part of "Don't Register," "Don't Vote," and "Stay Home" didn't you guys understand? I told you I'd take care of this. Don't worry your pretty little heads. :zrazzing: __________________ “I think every happy memory plucks a hair from your head; if you see an old bald guy, he’s probably had a great life.” –-Red Green

10-23-2006, 08:16 PM	#12 (permalink)
Ty S Ty S is sunburnt, bloody, and beat! Moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Nebraska Posts: 6,066 Thanks: 495 Thanked 386 Times in 260 Posts	Yea Nelson rocks! Just wondered what everyone else thought before I voiced my opinion. I know how these posts can go. So anyone out there voting for Ricketts? HAHA __________________ Ducks Unlimited Waterfowlers Party , Norfolk, NE April 24 100s of decoys, 11 guns, beer, food, and good times included in the $25 ticket price. Contact me for details! Not just for duck hunters. Lots of different prizes.

10-24-2006, 08:04 AM	#13 (permalink)
fast-pirogue fast-pirogue is is wishin he was 1000 mi S and there were 6 weekends in every month. Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Omaha Posts: 368 Thanks: 20 Thanked 60 Times in 35 Posts	From what I know about Senator Nelson he has not done anything that would make me not vote for him. I believe he can stand on his record. Also I am not impressed with Mr Ricketts campaign style.

10-24-2006, 08:11 AM	#14 (permalink)
Fish On Fish On is going metric. 2008 Catch and Continue Finalist Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: next to the trolling rod Posts: 1,855 Thanks: 47 Thanked 271 Times in 178 Posts	Just heard a radio ad with Hagel endorsing Ricketts, he say's something to the effect that Pete has the maturity for this job and how much he trust him blah blah blah. Maturity? has he seen any of his adds?:znono: __________________ When you have the option, please buy American made. If it does not save your job, it might save mine.

10-24-2006, 09:20 AM	#16 (permalink)
fishsplash fishsplash has no status. Banned Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: rm -rf /urface Posts: 2,006 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	I don't really vote when there are no candidates. .. sorry.. im also worried about the next presidential election. .. probably wont vote then either. .. my faith in our government disappeared long ago.

10-24-2006, 09:38 AM	#18 (permalink)
adammd adammd has no status. Banned Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Shakedown Street Posts: 885 Thanks: 1 Thanked 23 Times in 7 Posts	While at this point he has little chance at winning, David Hahn will get my vote. He appears to have an open mind towards issues and isn't simply waving the party flag. Also, he supports industrial hemp which most politicians are afraid of b/c of the negative connotations that go along with anything hemp. Aside from its obvious benefits such as bio-fuels, fiber, paper, etc that can be derived from hemp, it also makes good sense for NE farmers. In NE where we most likely will continue to have drought/water issues, it would make sense to grow products that are true 'weeds'. They require little water to grow. Its amazing to me that most if not all of our elected officials can shy away from this and other issues that make sense for NE. It isn't just this issue for him, its his ability to be open minded towards these issues. And I am voting for Ben, not overly thrilled with him, but no big problems either. He also seems to be able to vote with an open mind on occasion.

10-24-2006, 09:38 AM	#19 (permalink)
RedefiningFate RedefiningFate is adding a status just for Harold Director Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Omaha Certified Youth Fishing Instructor Posts: 4,645 Thanks: 52 Thanked 72 Times in 40 Posts	:zyeathat: Not at all Bo. You're absolutely right to an extent. J.T.

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