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Nebraska’s election officials are locked in a high-stakes legal showdown over two new parties vying for ballot access: the America First Party and the Working People Party. Both major parties are pushing back, claiming the names risk voter confusion—Democrats object to “Working People” mimicking the established Working Families Party, while Republicans argue “America First” too closely echoes GOP rhetoric. Secretary of State Bob Evnen faces a tough call, as current laws may not empower him to block either party, even if he finds merit in the objections. Lawyers on both sides are invoking historic 1900s precedents to sway his decision. Evidence includes social media posts from the America First sponsor, which Republicans say contradict the party’s platform, and Democratic testimony about the Working Families Party’s track record. With candidate filing deadlines fast approaching, all eyes are on the judge, who expects to rule soon—potentially by August 26th—and everyone’s hoping for a swift, clear verdict before Election Day.

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