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By DON WALTON / Lincoln Journal Star

Thursday, Apr 19, 2007 - 05:52:18 pm CDT

Attorney General Jon Bruning made it all but official on Thursday. Unless he does a 180, you can consider him in the 2008 Senate race whether Sen. Chuck Hagel seeks re-election or not.

Tying Hagel to Democratic opponents of the Iraq war and peace activist Cindy Sheehan, Bruning said he’s preparing to challenge the two-term senator in next year’s Republican primary election.

Although he’s not ready to make a formal declaration, Bruning said, he’s polling Nebraskans, raising money and getting ready.

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Attorney General Jon Bruning

“Hagel has voted with Democrats on every major issue dealing with Iraq” during the past month, the attorney general said in a telephone interview after returning to Nebraska from a fund-raising trip to Washington.

“When he suggested impeachment as a remedy, that crossed the line,” Bruning said.  “Impeachment smacks of vengeance and anger.

“The only other person I’ve heard talking about that is Cindy Sheehan.”

Sheehan, whose son was killed in Iraq three years ago, has become  the most recognizable face in the peace movement since camping out near President Bush’s home in Crawford, Tex., in 2005.    She was in Lincoln earlier this week and expressed gratitude for Hagel’s opposition to Bush’s Iraq policy.

Hagel mentioned the word “impeachment” during an interview with Esquire magazine in its April edition.  He didn’t suggest or advocate such a course, but said Bush could face “calls for impeachment” if he continued to suggest he’s not accountable for his actions.

“That’s just irresponsible,” the attorney general said.

Bruning said Gen. David Petraeus, U.S. commander in Iraq, needs time to implement his plan for implementing the troop surge ordered by Bush.

“What Senator Hagel and the Democrats are trying to do is kill that plan in its infancy,” Bruning said.

Republican Rep. Adrian Smith  “just came back from Iraq and said there already are success stories,” the attorney general said.

In addition to differences over Iraq and support for the president, Bruning said he’d make immigration policy an issue in a primary contest with Hagel.

“The Hagel plan rewards those who came here illegally,” Bruning said.  “We need to be very careful about a plan that encourages people to break the law.  We cannot have amnesty as part of the plan.”

Hagel has proposed a comprehensive immigration reform plan that includes a pathway for illegal workers already living in the United States to earn legal status.

Bruning said he’s been encouraged by hundreds of Nebraskans to enter the Senate race.

“Everywhere I go, from Scottsbluff to North Platte to Kearney, wherever, people approach me and say: ‘Jon, you need to run.’  I take that very seriously.”

Hagel said he’ll make his own decision about whether to seek re-election later this year.

Meanwhile, Hal Daub said he plans to announce “in a matter of weeks, not months” whether he’ll enter the GOP Senate race.

“I will not be bound by the time frame of who says what first,” he said.

Daub, Nebraska’s Republican national committeeman, is a former Omaha mayor and former 2nd District congressman.

Former GOP Rep. John McCollister of Omaha, who was Hagel’s political mentor in the 1970s, viewed this week’s developments with mixed feelings.

McCollister has been critical of Hagel’s public opposition to the president’s Iraq policies and his impeachment remark.

“I’m not enthusiastic about Jon Bruning,” he said. 

“The primary election is over a year away.  Let’s see what happens.”

Reach Don Walton at 473-7248 or at dwalton@journalstar.com.


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Another John wrote on April 19, 2007 5:28 am:
" John Bruning has been a great asset to Nebraska. He has stood up to crime and been a voice for the under dog! Before John Bruning, I never had never heard much about the Attorney General. He has done a great job in this position! John, you need to run. I will not only vote for you but will support you financially as well. Our country needs leaders like you! "

 Dave K wrote on April 19, 2007 6:51 am:
" Term limit yourself, Hagel. It's the best thing you could do for America. "

 Alignment of the stars wrote on April 19, 2007 7:00 am:
" Isn't it interesting that at the same time that the Supreme Court issues it's decision on partial-birth abortion, a poll is undertaken to see if Bob Kerey, the guy who always voted FOR partial-birth abortion, has any chance to be our next senator! "

 go figure wrote on April 19, 2007 7:06 am:
" Go figure - someone thinking or running for office is going against their word. It's scary but a mans word used to be a bond. Now it means nothing, especially in politics. "

 Randy wrote on April 19, 2007 7:26 am:
" Great News!!!!!!!!! We need a discussion of ideas in the Republican primary. I'm tired of the party of Chucky, by Chucky, for Chucky. If Chucky runs unopposed in the primary, I will not vote for Chucky. I will write in Mickey Mouse. Imagine the message that would be sent if everyone who is dissatisfied with Chucky would write in Mickey Mouse. The same goes for all unopposed canidates. Congressional seats are only contested in the primary when the seat is open, and we wonder why some people are in Congress for 30+ years. When people are in Congress for more than 12 years, they are corrupted by the power and money of Washington and lose contact with the people. When was the last time Chucky was in Nebraska to visit with the people? Chucky has been on the Sunday morning talk shows more times than he has been in Nebraska. It si time to sennd Chucky back home to Virginia. "

 shocker. not wrote on April 19, 2007 7:31 am:
" It's good to see Bruning is a man of his word. He figured that Hagel would run for President and that he could look a like good guy buy waiting his turn. Now it it looks like Hagel might not run so Bruning is going to do what he intended to do all along.Typical politician. I bet he was the kid who took his ball and went home whenever he didn't get his way. "

 Mike wrote on April 19, 2007 8:12 am:
" Mr. Bruning if by any miracle you read this, PLEASE RUN! I have been so proud of the job you have done as Attorney General. You seem to be one of the few men who still stand up for what is right. Now more than ever in the history of our country, we need men like Jon Bruning in Washington! "

 Lars wrote on April 19, 2007 8:20 am:
" Run Jon, run! Hagel has been a disappointment as he seems to be more interested in getting in front of cameras than representing Nebraskans. Sen Hagel has obvious presidential ambitions, but has not demonstrated to me qualities that make a good Senator, much less leader of the Country. "

 Mike wrote on April 19, 2007 8:27 am:
" Run Jon Run "

 My Fear wrote on April 19, 2007 8:45 am:
" Bruning has done a good job as Attorney General. If he decides to run, let's hope that his values are not corrupted by Washington politics. Seems so many representatives go in with best intentions, but come out lost and abused. "

 Todd wrote on April 19, 2007 8:57 am:
" Run Jon Run??? EEEK! If he runs and wins, I will be disappointed. He is NOT a good representative of me or my friends. Where do I sign up to campaign for the other candidate? "

 Left winger wrote on April 19, 2007 9:01 am:
" After reading all the right wing posts on this web encouraging bruning to run, and Hagel to step down, living in Nebraska scares me. You people are a bunch of conservitive robots. Do you not realize that Hagel, someone who thinks outside of partuy lines, and does whats right for Nebraska regardless of the politics behind it is actually an asset to our state. Jon Bruning would in my opinion be another robot for the republican machine. "

 another jon wrote on April 19, 2007 9:09 am:
" it should be interesting to see bruning go down in flames when he has to run against a real opponent. "

 NO to Bruning wrote on April 19, 2007 9:10 am:
" I guess I am the only one to see clearly that this spoiled rotten kid is the wrong choice. He stinks as AG and wastes our money and spends his time campaigning for himself. Oh wait, I guess he'll fit right in in DC. The only good thing if he wins is that we won't have to see his smug face around here as often. Go away Brining! "

 Oh Yeah.... wrote on April 19, 2007 9:20 am:
" I get the feeling Bruning would be just another Bush-type yes man. This is not what we need. "

 tdm wrote on April 19, 2007 9:45 am:
" Another party-line robot. Perfect. Hagel only started bucking the Republican trend when he expected to distance himself from the hard-line Republicans and promote his presidential election bid. "I'm not the same Republican as I was six months ago, I'm different. I can be moderate. You like moderate, dontcha? You Deomocrat swing-voters and disenchanted Republicans can trust a waffler like me!" Bruning can slide right in like nothing really changed. "Where's my special "Yes Man" rubber stamp, Chuck?" "Top drawer, on the left. It's seen some use, you'll need to replace it soon." "

 brian wrote on April 19, 2007 10:30 am:
" I'd vote for Bruning any day over Hagel. "

 JJ wrote on April 19, 2007 10:50 am:
" Go hug a tree, Hagel. Bruning is a true Republican. "

 goober wrote on April 19, 2007 11:03 am:
" Just what this country and state needs another lying, mindless party hack like "Headline Bruning". "

 A True Sandhiller wrote on April 19, 2007 11:25 am:
" At least a voice in the arena for discussion to hold Mr. Self Serving Hagel accountable. A great day for Nebraska! "

 Red wrote on April 19, 2007 11:45 am:
" Nebraska SHOULD be a scary place for left-wingers. Hagel stands a good chance to loose if he chooses to run again; he certainly isn't going to run for President at this point. I know his banter and voting pleases the few Dem out there in NE, but it doesn't please the conservatives who elected him and chose him to represent us. "

 Jan wrote on April 19, 2007 11:50 am:
" I wouldn't vote for Bruning for dog catcher. He was a horrible AG and he will be a worse senator. "

 dave wrote on April 19, 2007 11:54 am:
" Hagel is interested in being in front of the cameras? More so than Hollywood Jon? That is hard to believe! "

 Julie wrote on April 19, 2007 12:07 pm:
" Great, another "yes"-man for President Bush's administration. Does anyone remember what happened when Tom Osborne ran for governor? I can see quite a few people registering as Republicans and voting for Hagel to keep Bruning here in NE. "

 Tony wrote on April 19, 2007 12:10 pm:
" Bruning sounds as if he would be just like Adrian Smith--that is the lack of ability to think for oneself---and blindly agree with any and everything the President states. I dont agree with all that comes from Chuck Hagel but at least he can think for himself and do what he believes is right. "

 Colleen wrote on April 19, 2007 12:12 pm:
" I am glad to see there may actually be a choice for the US Senate. The old status quo of keeping an incumbent is over-rated. There are so many old, stale, politicians in DC. Perhaps this will be the beginning of real choice. I may not like my respresentative, but don't get to make my opposition known as I have no one else running to actually support my opinion. I hope there are several out there that will throw their hat into the ring. Give us a real choice. Thank you Jon for opening a door. "

 Matt wrote on April 19, 2007 12:16 pm:
" It's hilarious to see you supposed "conservatives" dog on Hagel. There was a study done a few months ago that found Hagel to be the senator who votes the most with the president. He is a staunch Republican and upholds many Republican principles. He differs with the president on the war, and that's it. Why does he differ with the president on the war?, you may wonder. It's because he actually is a war veteran and knows what it is like to to be in a war (unlike our esteemed president). Young people are dying, and nothing is being done to improve the conditions in Iraq. They need our help, and Hagel is doing the right thing because he knows it it to be true and the American people know it to be true. "

 John B wrote on April 19, 2007 12:21 pm:
" Bruning we don't need another no brain Bush "yes man"! "

 Craig wrote on April 19, 2007 12:43 pm:
" We should have a political process where we can choose our candidates. This deference to Hagel because he is the sitting Republican is not democracy, it is making him some sort of crown prince with a right to the seat. The Republican party needs to give Republicans a choice as to whteher or not to keep a man that many of us feel has ignored the people who elected him in an effort to get on TV every Sunday. "

 Matt Poulsen wrote on April 19, 2007 12:50 pm:
" I would rather have Hagel, someone who will vote with his conscience, than Bruning any day! Bruning is nothing more than a vote down the party line republican. Yes, I'm a republican, but I want someone to think for themselves. The republican party has completely been hijacked by the extreme right wing and Hagel is finally someone who is moderate and stands up for what he believes. He does this and now many of you want to out him!! Hagel doesn't disagree with our motives in Iraq...he disagrees with the way Bush is handling the war!! Can you honestly say that you think Bush has handled it well?! General after general has said we will not win in Iraq if we don't up the amount of troops. Everyone involved thinks Bush's plan is doomed to failure...except Bush. And you expect Hagel to just sit on the sideline and act like a cheerleader! In my opinion he is one of the few Republicans who deserves to be in office. His point has always been that Bush is not fighting the war in manner that is capable of winning. Do you really think Bruning would have the nerve to speak truth to power?? No, he would just do exactly what the leaders of the republican party want him to do. I wanted a senator to represent Nebraska...not a puppet! "

 YES! wrote on April 19, 2007 12:59 pm:
" I support you John, because you have *always* been a man of your word! Er. . .wait. "

 TS wrote on April 19, 2007 1:10 pm:
" Bruning wants to be a rubber stamp for the Prestdent. That is just what we need another rubber stamp for Bush. I for one am glade we have Hagel looking out for all the people. "

 John Smith wrote on April 19, 2007 1:11 pm:
" When we talk about American politics we always give praise to those that go against the majority i.e John McCain, Chuck Hagel. But when discussing the war in Iraq most democrats and repubican outsiders (Chuck Hagel) are in favor of a withdraw of troops and often times base that discussion on how the majority of public opinion calls for an immediate troop withdraw. I would ask Mr. Hagel to come back to Nebraska (the state he is suppose to represent) and find out if the majority of NEBRASKANS agree with his position. Maybe the only reason Mr. Hagel doesn't know what Nebraskans think is because if he isn't stuck in Washington DC (where he has been his entire life) the only place we can find him is New Hampshire or Iowa. To find a candidate like John Bruning and someone willing to stick up for Nebraskans is a breath of fresh air. Finally we have an opportunity to get a Senator that lives in Nebraska, knows Nebraska, and understands what Nebraskans think and someone willing to go against the grain. "

 definitely wrote on April 19, 2007 1:12 pm:
" Bruning has my vote!!! "

 Lincoln Native wrote on April 19, 2007 1:12 pm:
" The Republicans are going down in 2008. Go Fahey! "

 run away jon run wrote on April 19, 2007 1:37 pm:
" I thought using the office of Attorney General for political grandstanding was Stenberg's sole domain, but Bruning has far surpassed him. If Nebraska Republicans vote for him over Hagel, my belief of their sheep following mentality will be validated. I personally give Hagel a great deal of credit for speaking his mind and his use of his independent thinking. What's unfortunate is that it's only the war that he has done this. The rest of the time, rubber stamp man, just like Bruning would be. "

 airedale wrote on April 19, 2007 1:47 pm:
" If Nebraskans vote Bruning into such a high office I will never ever let a Nebraskan complain to me about politics again. Bruning's office has lost several high profile cases since he took over the office. He let Byrd and Hergert basically walk away from the criminal justice system with no real penalty. The fact that people don't react negatively to a man who completely reverses his position from one month to the next appalls me. "

 Dee Dee wrote on April 19, 2007 2:00 pm:
" Please run John!! Hagel has been an embarassment to Nebraska! "

 conservative wrote on April 19, 2007 2:01 pm:
" I didn't vote for Hagel to be a "Maverick". I voted for him because he said he would represent Nebraska. Hagel is a complete failure. He stands for surrender in Iraq and amnesty for illegal aliens. I will not vote for Hagel under any circumstances. Bruning needs to run for the Senate. If he runs as a true conservative, he will win! "

 kari wrote on April 19, 2007 2:27 pm:
" He would just get lost in the machine, not unlike most Republicans Nebraska sends. It's nice to have Hagel think outside of party lines and prompt debates, rather than being another 'yes' man. "

 Go for it! wrote on April 19, 2007 2:30 pm:
" We'd miss you Jon as the AG, but you'd definitely be better than Hagel in DC. As for Left Winger's comment...since when has Hagel done ANYTHING good for Nebraska? From day one, when he was not even a Nebraska citizen but only looking for a place to run from, Hagel has done nothing but think of himself. He has been a very poor example of what Nebraska wants in Washington. "

 Hummmm wrote on April 19, 2007 2:31 pm:
" Voting for anything in Nebraska is a waste of your time. I haven't seen anything good come out of Nebraska in 50 years. The state house is just a stepping stone to get to Washington at the taxpayers expense and for the representatives glory and bulging pockets of salary and benefits. Wouldn't we all like to have their health and pension benefits so we could live like kings too!! "

 eagle60 wrote on April 19, 2007 3:31 pm:
" I'd vote for Bruning, just to get him out of the state. He hasn't done anything as AG other than cause a media frenzy. We had real attorneys in the past that actually worked, this guy has to hire real attorneys to do his work for him. I really disliked him when I found out who his 'behind the scenes' cronies are. "

 Sylvia wrote on April 19, 2007 4:07 pm:
" Bruning is too far right. He is a very good looking posterboy for the far right, but it will split off all of the fiscal conservative moderates that Hagel has voting for him. "

 One of your own wrote on April 19, 2007 4:26 pm:
" It's funny how quick the Republicans are willing to throw one of their own under the bus. As a Vet I find Hagels voice refreshing. Checks and balances folks. To the folks that say a sitting congressperson shouldn’t question the commander in chief in time of war; we’ve never declared war… "

 Run 'er Up wrote on April 19, 2007 4:26 pm:
" The flag pole to see which way the wind is blowing before you take a stance Bruning. Haven't you Bruning supporters noticed that Bruning only takes a position on any subject only after he checks which way the polls lean or which way he can get his name in the headlines? Remember the young man who was dating a minor and got her pregnant and went and did the honorable thing and married her? Bruning wasn't going to do anything until he noticed he could get his name in headlines by prosecuting the young man even though everyone said the guy had a mild mental disorder. Way to go John, prosecute the handicapped and get your name in the paper. Initiative 300 went down in flames because Bruning defended it. If we would have had a competent AG, we'd still have the ban on corporate farming in the state. "

 whatever wrote on April 19, 2007 4:58 pm:
" Matt Poulsen hit the nail on the head. Frankly the only headlining politician I see in this state is Bruning. He doesn't serve the state of Nebraska, he serves himself and no one else. "

 RK wrote on April 19, 2007 5:03 pm:
" Funny thing about the idea of Bruning being a "yes-man" for Bush...if Bruning is elected, he'll take office at the same time Bush is leaving. He'll end up being nothing but a right-wingers' mouthpiece -- unlike Hagel and his Democratic counterpart Ben Nelson who work from the center and get things done. "

 You People blow me away wrote on April 19, 2007 5:23 pm:
" I think a bunch of Nebraskans need to go back to school and actually learn something about our form of goverenment. We did not send Hagel to Washington to do what we think is best for Nebraska. We put him there to do and vote for what is best for America not NE. The fact that Hagel doesn't agree with most Nebraskans on the war is no surprise; the world doesn't agree with most Nebraskans. That in itself says a lot. "

 Insider wrote on April 19, 2007 7:59 pm:
" Mike Johanns will be our next US Senator. "

 Buck Ferguson wrote on April 19, 2007 9:45 pm:
" I find the right wing anger at Hagel rather amusing. Other than his opposition to the war, it was reported a few months ago that he votes in line with the Bush administration more often than any other lawmaker in the senate. The idea that Hagel is a liberal, etc.... just doesn't stand up to any scrutiny. Its a shame that good honest Republicans get turned upside down on issues by the media. Hagel, a Vietnam Vet, obviously takes the responsibility with which we use our service men and women far more gravely than our AWOL ROTC President. And for that, the likes of Limbaugh, Hannity, O'Reilly, etc... have fooled a lot of good people into thinking Hagel is liberal and Bush is the honest and just man. Black is white. Up is down. One thing is for certain, the brash arrogance and political opportunism that Bruening displays makes for good theater. Just as other far right candidates before him, i.e., Stenberg, Christensen, Breslow, etc ... the 1st and 2nd districts are far to sensible to fall for Bruenings brand of opportunism. "

 Disingenuous Bruning wrote on April 19, 2007 10:08 pm:
" Talking about impeachment crosses the line? Hagel's impeachment line was in the news on March 6, and Bruning was still a "Hagel guy" (his own words) on March 15 when he announced his contingent candidacy. Is Bruning six weeks behind on the news or is he just a typical calculating politician? At some point he is being disingenuous. "

 Terry wrote on April 20, 2007 6:36 am:
" I'd vote for Bruning for 2 reasons: 1) To get rid of the embarrasment that is Chuck Hagel, 2) To get Bruning out of the AG office. We need an Attorney General, not a self-serving, back room politician. Jon would fill Chucks shoes well. "

 Gene Hogan wrote on April 20, 2007 9:37 am:
" Jon Bruning misspoke when he called amnesty for immigrants "The Hagel Plan." Jon, it's actually "The Bush Plan." "

 Sanity Check wrote on April 20, 2007 10:20 am:
" Run, Chuck, run. Put this posturing frat punk in his place with Stenberg and such self-proclaimed "conservative" ilk. "

 Get Real wrote on April 20, 2007 10:35 am:
" If Bruning is such a hard core patriot, maybe he should head over to Iraq, I'm pretty sure the army is accepting over 35s these days. Oh, but I'm sure he's much more comfortable spouting his venom in the comparable safety of NE. Maybe he could arrange another guarded trip to the green zone with John McCain. "

 Always Running John wrote on April 20, 2007 10:37 am:
" The reason many people have not heard of the attorney general before Bruning is that we have not had an AG that is so much into self promotion. Of course he is going to run, he has been running since becoming AG. Look at ANY correspondence out of the AG's office it all has his picture on it. "

 Larry J wrote on April 20, 2007 10:47 am:
" Bruning we don't need another mouth piece for GW Bush and the Republican Party. They will pay for your election so you will be another of those no mind "yes men". Hagel atleast has a mind of his own and not what is paid for. "

 whatever wrote on April 20, 2007 11:03 am:
" What if anything has Bruning accomplished in his tenure as AG, other than to set a record for number of news conferences. He's a shallow media hounddog with little substance. "

 Run Forrest, Run! wrote on April 20, 2007 11:45 am:
" Jon, when all these people tell you to "run", they mean as in "away from Nebraska and don't bother looking back!" "

 JADE wrote on April 20, 2007 1:20 pm:
" So, Mr. Bruning is upset that Hagel does not blindly follow the WORST pResident ever appointed? Bruning should be fired for allowing two innocent men to be thrown in jail in Plattsmouth. Also, why did Bruning run re-election ads even though he was unopposed. Remember, this is the same Bruning that has spent MILLIONS of Nebraska taxpayer money to run ads on TV. So Jon, you want to know how Nebraska feels about you? PLEASE RESIGN! "

 Art Vandelay wrote on April 20, 2007 1:25 pm:
" Mr. Bruning, if you support Bush and his war in Iraq, then why don't you join up and head on over to the front lines? I know, it's a horse of a diffrent color when it comes to the right wing warmongers having to put their life on the line! "

 Clarity Please wrote on April 20, 2007 2:03 pm:
" First of all I'm not really excited about Bruning or Hagel but those of you saying Bruning would be a rubber stamp or yes man for Bush. You need to educate yourselves a little better. Bush can't run again. So Bruning would not take office until Bush was gone. It's kinda hard to be a yes man for a man who can't ask for anything anymore. As far as learning about our system of government our senators ARE supposed to represent the State which elects them and that means doing what is best for their state. Their constituents are the people in the state which elected them. Last time I checked I wasn't one of Ted Kennedy's constituents. "

 Husker wrote on April 20, 2007 4:32 pm:
" Nebraskans are with you Jon. Everybody is tired of a closeted democrat that goes by name Chuck Hagel. Do us all a great favor - Run. "

 Jack K wrote on April 20, 2007 4:43 pm:
" I don't know about most Nebraskans, but as a Marine Veteran Hagel is an embarassment to me. "

 Observer wrote on April 20, 2007 4:47 pm:
" JM wrote:"The fact that Hagel doesn't agree with most Nebraskans on the war is no surprise; the world doesn't agree with most Nebraskans. That in itself says a lot." JM, I am a european and I speak two languages besides english. I make it a point to read european, australian, asian, russian and chinise news and publications. Your statement that " the world does not agree with NE on war" is simply an assuption. If you actually took time to read what the world says you would see that practically everyone except for neo socialists and islamists, supports the war in one form or another. There are different opinions on strategy and the long term plan, but there is still a consensus on the whole idea. I find it rather sad that you make such big statements based on what apparently is so little knowledge. As for your statement on Bruning it is also based on your emotional disdain, not facts. "

 Yes wrote on April 20, 2007 5:59 pm:
" My vote is for Bruning for two reasons. 1. His support of finishing the job in Iraq. The best military in the world can/will win if given the personal, equipment, time, and support to win. 2. I support his views on immigration and securing our country the best we can. These are the two main issues for me in the next election. Jon has my money, support, and vote. I'm thinking of taking a leave of absence from my work to dedicate time to help in his campaign. Please don't be a basher or supporter without considering Jon's views, opinions, character, and looking at his recored. After doing these things, please give consideration to voting "Yes" for Jon Bruning. "

 Bruning is a fraud. wrote on April 20, 2007 8:01 pm:
" Maybe if Bruning runs for Senate, the media and the sheep, I mean voters, of this state will actually look into his soul and see that he stands for NOTHING except aggrandizing himself. I am so tired of this fraud of a man, and so tired of voters who will eat any excrement they are fed. "

 Gerard Harbison wrote on April 21, 2007 8:52 am:
" I had to deal with Bruning's office on a credit card fraud case, and they were great; fast, responsive and aggressive. He has my vote over news-camera hound Hagel. "

 Oh Yeah.... wrote on April 21, 2007 10:32 am:
" Hopefully the war will be a non-issue before the next election. That is going to dampen Bruning's strategy considerably. "

 John B wrote on April 21, 2007 10:35 am:
" Hagel's orginal campaige was funded from outside the state and now these same outsiders are looking for another "no mind" of his own "yes man". Atleast Hagel has proven he has a mind on foreign issues, but still a "no brain" on the domestic ones. "

 John D wrote on April 21, 2007 2:41 pm:
" Paid for by the Republican National Committee. Tell him how to vote on everything. Just call him "Mr. Deeds"! Atleast Hagel has grown into his own man, to bad he doesn't know how to vote on domestic issues. "

 WCG wrote on April 21, 2007 6:14 pm:
" Well, Bruning just lost my respect. I liked the way he stood up against judges and their ridiculous gag orders. But I can't see how ANYONE can still support Bush, as much damage as he's done to our country and to the world. Easily the worst president in U.S. history, Bush lied to push America into his own little war against Saddam (war is a lot more fun now that he's not in any danger of having to fight, himself). If that's not cause for impeachment, I don't know what is. And not just that. There has been one scandal after another in the Bush administration. And with his relentless attacks on our Constitution and Bill of Rights, Bush is a far greater danger to our country than the terrorists. Religious fanatics can't destroy us,... unless they're in the White House. "

 e.garcia wrote on July 5, 2007 5:37 pm:
" Another turncoat Democrat, Bruening called press conference after self-serving press conference for himself-- Bruening carries water for a clique of Omaha Country club republicans who dominate the courts in Douglas county, and seek to rule the whole state from that one county. He''ll no doubt-if elected- do for Nebraska what Earnie Fletcher did for kentucky!!! "

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