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Jeremy Nordquist
Jeremy Nordquist (b. November 10, 1981) is a former Democratic member of the Nebraska State Senate, representing District 7 from 2008 to June 30, 2015.[1] He resigned to become chief of staff for U.S. Rep. Brad Ashford (D).[2]
Biography
Nordquist graduated from Creighton University in 2004. His professional experience includes working as an auto mechanic and a legislative aide and research analyst for state senator former John Synowiecki.
Committee assignments
2015 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2015 legislative session, Nordquist served on the following committees:
| Nebraska committee assignments, 2015 |
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| • Appropriations |
| • Nebraska Retirement Systems, Chair |
2013-2014
In the 2013-2014 legislative session, Nordquist served on the following committees:
| Nebraska committee assignments, 2013 |
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| • Appropriations |
| • Nebraska Retirement Systems, Chair |
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Nordquist served on the following committees:
| Nebraska committee assignments, 2011 |
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| • Appropriations |
| • Nebraska Retirement Systems, Chair |
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Nordquist served on the following committees:
| Nebraska committee assignments, 2009 |
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| • Appropriations |
| • Nebraska Retirement Systems |
Campaign themes
2012
Nordquist's website highlighted the following campaign themes:[3]
Tax Relief for the Middle Class
- Excerpt: "By supporting real property tax relief and tax cuts for our seniors, Senator Nordquist has aggressively pursued an agenda to reduce the tax burden on Nebraska's middle class and retirees."
Healthcare for Working Families
- Excerpt: "Too many Nebraskans are uninsured and don't have the access to health care that they deserve. Others find high insurance premiums make it extremely difficult to make ends meet. Senator Nordquist is working to find ways to increase access and quality of health care without raising taxes on Nebraska families."
Education for the 21st Century
- Excerpt: "Senator Nordquist understands that we need to provide our children with an education that prepares our children to compete for jobs in a technology-driven 21st century economy."
Safer Neighborhoods for our Families
- Excerpt: "No Nebraska family should have to live in fear of crime in their neighborhoods. Senator Nordquist has worked with other members of the Legislature to increase punishments for violent offenders and create programs to stop violent crime before it happens."
Cleaner Energy for our Environment
- Excerpt: "Producing clean, renewable energy should be a priority for all Nebraskans. By investing in renewable resources, we can reduce our dependence on foreign oil, reduce the pollutants we put into our air and water, and create good, high-paying jobs."
Elections
2012
- See also: Nebraska State Senate elections, 2012
Nordquist won re-election in the 2012 election for Nebraska State Senate District 7. Nordquist advanced past the May 15 primary election and defeated Christopher Geary in the general election, which took place on November 6, 2012.[4][5]
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
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| Nonpartisan |  Jeremy Nordquist Incumbent |
70.1% | 4,211 | |
| Nonpartisan | Christopher Geary | 29.9% | 1,792 | |
| Total Votes | 6,003 | |||
| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
|---|---|---|
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Jeremiah J. Nordquist Incumbent |
72.7% | 1,406 |
| Christopher N. Geary |
17.8% | 345 |
| Adrian S. Petrescu | 9.5% | 183 |
| Total Votes | 1,934 | |
2008
- See also: Nebraska State Senate elections, 2008
On November 4, 2008, Nordquist won election to the 7th District Seat in the Nebraska Senate, defeating Christopher Moles.[6]
| Nebraska State Senate, District 7 (2008) | ||||
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| Candidates | Votes | |||
| Jeremy Nordquist
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4,961 | |||
| Christopher Moles | 1,765 | |||
Campaign finance summary
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Scorecards
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2015
In 2015, the Nebraska Unicameral Legislature was in its 104th Legislature, 1st session from January 7 to May 29.
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2014
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In 2014, the Nebraska Unicameral Legislature was in its 103rd Legislature, 2nd session from January 8 to April 17.[7]
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2013
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In 2013, the Nebraska Unicameral Legislature was in its 103rd Legislature, 1st session from January 9 to June 5.
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2012
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In 2012, the Nebraska Unicameral Legislature was in its 102nd Legislature, 2nd session from January 4 to April 18.
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2011
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In 2011, the Nebraska Unicameral Legislature was in its 102nd Legislature, 1st session from January 5 to June 8.
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Endorsements
2012
In 2012, Nordquist's endorsements includedd the following:[8]
- Mike Battershell, President of South Omaha Neighborhood Alliance
- Arnie Breslow, President of Old Market South Neighborhood Assoc.
- Oscar Duran, President of Deer Park Neighborhood Assoc.
- Former District 7 Senator John Synowiecki
- Former District 7 Senator Tim Hall
- State Senator Brad Ashford
- State Senator Danielle Conrad
- State Senator Annette Dubas
- State Senator Burke Harr
- State Senator Russ Karpisek
- State Senator Steve Lathrop
- State Senator Amanda McGill
- State Senator Heath Mello
- Former Senator Don Preister
- City Councilman Garry Gernandt
- City Councilman Chris Jerram
- Nebraska's Teachers - Nebraska State Education Association
Personal
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Nordquist is married to his wife, Shannon. He has been involved with the Dahlman Neighborhood Association, Knights of Columbus, LiveStrong Omaha, and the Old Market South Neighborhood Association.
Noteworthy events
Geary offer
Following the 2012 primary, Christopher Geary contacted Nordquist by e-mail, offering to remove his name from the general election ballot in exchange for payment of his campaign debts. Nordquist refused, and the legality of the proposal was questioned. Geary claimed that the Accountability and Disclosure Commission had given him the green light as long as campaign funds were not used, to which its executive director replied, "Rubbish." While state election law prohibited withdrawing from a primary election in exchange from money, it did not cover general elections. Douglas County attorney Don Kleine said that the proposal possibly fit the state bribery statute.[9]
Recent news
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See also
External links
- Profile from Open States
- Jeremy Nordquist on Facebook
- Jeremy Nordquist on LinkedIn
- Campaign contributions via OpenSecrets
Footnotes
- ↑ Note: Although the Nebraska State Senate elects its members in nonpartisan elections, members of the chamber generally function along party lines when it comes to voting and caucusing. Please see Nebraska State Senate partisan affiliation for more information.
- ↑ Omaha.com, " State Sen. Nordquist to resign legislative seat, become Rep. Brad Ashford's chief of staff ," accessed May 28, 2015
- ↑ jeremynordquist.com, "Priorities," accessed April 10, 2014
- ↑ Nebraska Secretary of State, "Statewide Candidate List," accessed February 14, 2014
- ↑ Nebraska Secretary of State, "Official Report of The Board of State Canvassers of the State of Nebraska - Primary Election, May 15, 2012," accessed May 13, 2014
- ↑ Nebraska Secretary of State, "2008 General Election Results," accessed April 10, 2014
- ↑ Nebraska Legislature, "2014 Legislative Session," accessed June 27, 2014
- ↑ jeremynordquist.com, "Endorsements," accessed April 10, 2014
- ↑ Omaha World-Herald, "Candidate offered to drop out -- for a price," accessed September 22, 2012
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| Preceded by - |
Nebraska State Senate District 7 2009–June 30, 2015 |
Succeeded by Nicole Fox (R) |
