Gene Siadek

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Gene Siadek

Libertarian Party

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 8, 2022

Education

Bachelor's

University of Nebraska, Lincoln, 1987

Graduate

University of Nebraska, Omaha, 1992

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Omaha, Neb.

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Gene Siadek (Libertarian Party) ran for election for Nebraska Auditor of Public Accounts. He lost in the general election on November 8, 2022.

Siadek completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Gene Siadek was born in Omaha, Nebraska. He received a bachelor of science degree from the University of Nebraska, Lincoln in 1987 and an M.B.A. from the University of Nebraska, Omaha in 1992. His professional experience includes working as a registered professional engineer, as the director of waster distribution for the Metropolitan Utilities District of Nebraska, and as a founder of the Libertarian Party in Nebraska.

Elections

2022

See also: Nebraska Auditor election, 2022

General election

General election for Nebraska Auditor of Public Accounts

Mike Foley defeated L. Leroy Lopez and Gene Siadek in the general election for Nebraska Auditor of Public Accounts on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Mike Foley (R)	68.5	429,169
	Submit photo	L. Leroy Lopez (Legal Marijuana Now Party)	19.3	120,987
		Gene Siadek (L)	12.2	76,223

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 626,379
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Nebraska Auditor of Public Accounts

Mike Foley defeated Larry Anderson in the Republican primary for Nebraska Auditor of Public Accounts on May 10, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Mike Foley	73.2	167,049
		Larry Anderson	26.8	61,061

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 228,110
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Legal Marijuana Now Party primary election

Legal Marijuana Now Party primary for Nebraska Auditor of Public Accounts

L. Leroy Lopez advanced from the Legal Marijuana Now Party primary for Nebraska Auditor of Public Accounts on May 10, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	L. Leroy Lopez	100.0	912

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 912
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Libertarian primary election

Libertarian primary for Nebraska Auditor of Public Accounts

Gene Siadek advanced from the Libertarian primary for Nebraska Auditor of Public Accounts on May 10, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Gene Siadek	100.0	1,799

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 1,799
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2020

See also: United States Senate election in Nebraska, 2020

United States Senate election in Nebraska, 2020 (May 12 Democratic primary)

United States Senate election in Nebraska, 2020 (May 12 Republican primary)

General election

General election for U.S. Senate Nebraska

Incumbent Ben Sasse defeated Chris Janicek, Preston Love Jr., and Gene Siadek in the general election for U.S. Senate Nebraska on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Ben Sasse (R)	62.7	583,507
		Chris Janicek (D)	24.4	227,191
		Preston Love Jr. (D) (Write-in)	6.3	58,411
		Gene Siadek (L)	5.9	55,115
		Other/Write-in votes	0.6	5,788

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 930,012
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Eric Dilliard (L)

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. Senate Nebraska

The following candidates ran in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate Nebraska on May 12, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Chris Janicek	30.7	46,247
		Angie Philips	23.8	35,929
		Alisha Shelton	22.7	34,284
		Andrew Stock	11.4	17,156
		Larry Marvin	4.6	6,868
		Daniel Wik	3.8	5,765
	Submit photo	Dennis Macek	3.0	4,453

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 150,702
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. Senate Nebraska

Incumbent Ben Sasse defeated Matt Innis in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate Nebraska on May 12, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Ben Sasse	75.2	215,207
		Matt Innis	24.8	70,921

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 286,128
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Libertarian primary election

Libertarian primary for U.S. Senate Nebraska

Gene Siadek advanced from the Libertarian primary for U.S. Senate Nebraska on May 12, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Gene Siadek	100.0	2,517

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 2,517
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Campaign themes

2022

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Gene Siadek completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Siadek's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a life long Nebraskan.  I was a first generation college student who graduated from the University of Nebraska in Lincoln with a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.  I work Metropolitan Utilities District where I am the Director of Water Distribution. I also attended the University of Nebraska in Omaha graduating with an MBA. I have been married for 31 years and have two children.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• I want to bring Liberty back.
• I will aggressively look for abusive government spending.
• The old parties need more competition.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I started to get involve in politics 30 years ago because of federal government debt and inflation. Both issues reduce our standard of living and reduce opportunity for our children. Neither party is concerned with these issues and actually seem to encourage it. If elected it will send a strong message that government excess needs to stop.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

I worked at a small neighborhood motel doing a variety of small tasks like sweep the sidewalks. I started at the age of 13. I worked there, on and off, for about seven years. The name of the motel was the Leisure Inn.

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2020

Gene Siadek completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Siadek's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a life long resident of Nebraska.  I grew up in south Omaha where I spent many hours playing baseball. I went to the University of Nebraska in Lincoln and pursued a Civil Engineering degree.  I came back to Omaha and went to work for the Metropolitan Utilities District.  I spent almost my entire career helping to design and manage the water system for Omaha.  I also have an MBA from UNO, I have been married to my wife Cindy for 29 years and have two children - Jake and Abby. I have had an interest in politics and economics early on.    I was turned off by both of the old political parties and started looking for a new home when I discovered the Libertarian Party in the mid-90's.  I have been working for the party ever since. There are currently 17,000 registered Libertarians in the state.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• We need to reduce the size and scope of government
• The federal debt needs to be brought under control
• Those who earn a paycheck are treated very unfair by the tax code.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Budget, debt, Federal Reserve, tax inequity,

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

Bob Swanson, father-in-law. Never saw him angry. New how to get things done. He started the American Legion Riders in response to the Westboro protest of fallen soldiers. He worked tirelessly for veteran causes.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Books - Free to Choose by Milton Freeman and Human Action by Ludwig Von Mises.

Essay - I, Pencil by Leonard Read.

Mathew 7:1 New Testament.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

The ability to find common ground yet stand your ground. The ability to persuade. The ability to conduct oneself in a way that will garner respect from others. Intelligence and the willingness to learn. Passion. Humility.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Passion for the job, good manager, quick learner, hard worker, thick skinned.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

To represent your state in the most honorable fashion possible.

What legacy would you like to leave?

That I leave the place a little better than when I started.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

My first motorcycle. I was about 10. Rode it everywhere.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

I worked at a local hotel/bowling alley. I started at the age of 13 sweeping the curbs. I worked there on and off through college. They were very flexible with my schedule.

What is your favorite book? Why?

The Discovers by Daniel Boorstin. It made history exciting. Spoke to true human ingenuity, adventure, risk taking .

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

James Tiberius Kirk

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Living with and trying to help a disabled sibling.

What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Massive growth of government at all levels. As government grows and consumes or regulates more resources our standard of living may stop improving and actually decline.

What qualities does the U.S. Senate possess that makes it unique as an institution?

It is suppose to be the greatest deliberative body in the world. Unfortunately, the polarization caused by duopoly and immense power it has due to the extremely large sums of money it controls has turned it into a place where special interest rule.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for senators to have previous experience in government or politics?

Having some experience is helpful. I spent several years growing a political party. This required understanding laws and regulations. Working with legislatures, executive branch offices, and regulators to achieve political goals.

What do you think of the filibuster?

The argument for filibuster is to slow the process. I don't see that happening. Government has grown excessively large.

What criteria would you apply when deciding whether to confirm presidential appointees?

Does the appointee appear to make decisions based on constitutional principals and existing law. Does the appointee appear to be a reasonable person in general.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other senators?

Absolutely. This may be the biggest benefit voting for a viable third party candidate like myself. I may be able to reduce the polarization. At the very least electing me would send a message to the old parties that the current way of conducting themselves is unacceptable.

If you are not a current senator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?

Agriculture, Banking, Environment and Public Works.

Is there a particular senator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

None comes to mind.

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Footnotes

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Nebraska's current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

Deb Fischer (R)

Pete Ricketts (R)

Representatives

District 1

Mike Flood (R)

District 2

Don Bacon (R)

District 3

Adrian Smith (R)

Republican Party (5)