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<h2>End High Property Taxes</h2>For 30 years, Nebraskans have suffered from a property tax crisis, and the state has failed to make substantial change. Jayden will work to reduce the property tax burden on working Nebraskans, seniors, farmers, ranchers, and small businesses.

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<h2>Restore the Good Life </h2>Jayden believes in the promise of the Good Life, the American Dream, where someone who works hard and plays by the rules can achieve success for themself and their family. In Nebraska and around the country, the economy is leaving behind working people, family farms, and small businesses. We can restore the Good Life and build an economy that works for all, not just the corporations and the wealthiest.

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<h2>Meet Jayden</h2><img src="https://run.imgix.net/0632949c-417d-4f76-a349-0bb272e668e3/f75c10cc-d70c-4552-b6e0-e3032837c626/f75c10cc-d70c-4552-b6e0-e3032837c626.jpeg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C4032%2C3024&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="right" alignwidth="30" tiltdirection="left" variant="framed">Jayden grew up in the fields of rural Nebraska, where hard work was part of everyday life. Raised on an acreage, Jayden learned early that the world often required more from those with less. As a kid, he picked sweet corn in the summers and went door to door selling it. He worked in a grocery store in high school and has worked through college.He is a 5th-generation Nebraskan with deep roots in the community. Jayden resides at his family acreage in Nehawka. He graduated from Conestoga Jr/Sr High School and is finishing a Bachelor of Arts at The George Washington University in Political Science and Public Policy. As a devoted Christian and lifelong member of the Nehawka United Methodist Church, he believes faith is not just a personal compass but a call to action to love thy neighbor, serve with humility, and lead with compassion.<img src="https://run.imgix.net/0632949c-417d-4f76-a349-0bb272e668e3/3b3ae791-9906-4989-8889-5665c76f9da6/3b3ae791-9906-4989-8889-5665c76f9da6.jpeg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=0%2C0%2C5160%2C3440&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="left" alignwidth="35" tiltdirection="right" variant="framed">His grandfather served in the United States Navy and worked in the same factory for forty years. His grandmother was a small business owner, volunteered in the community, and ran for local office. They bought the farm they always dreamed of and were able to achieve the good life. As the years went on, his parents struggled. Jayden grew up poor in rural Nebraska. He was a kid that relied on Head Start and Medicaid. He got involved in politics to fight for working Nebraskans families like his. To fight for everyone to be able to achieve the good life once again.Jayden’s grandmother was his rock, his role model, and the one who taught him the true meaning of service. She was a Sunday school teacher, a village board member, a small business owner, and a community leader. She poured her heart into every role she held. She taught Jayden about the importance of giving back and how one person’s actions can lift an entire community. Inspired by her example, Jayden knew from a young age that he wanted to follow in her footsteps and make a difference.<img src="https://run.imgix.net/0632949c-417d-4f76-a349-0bb272e668e3/3d251069-fe4a-4e49-a1e7-c8934aee2ff0/3d251069-fe4a-4e49-a1e7-c8934aee2ff0.jpeg?ixlib=js-3.8.0&amp;bri=0&amp;con=0&amp;sat=0&amp;high=0&amp;shad=0&amp;usm=0&amp;rect=1488%2C0%2C2620%2C3376&amp;w=1500" alt="" caption="" align="right" alignwidth="27" tiltdirection="right" variant="framed">In kindergarten, he performed his first act of service by successfully pushing to recycle milk cartons. In elementary school, he founded “Club Liberty” to educate his peers about the history and values of America. By his freshman year of high school, he was mobilizing peers for political action, and he later became the first-ever student school board member. Jayden has seven years of experience in legislative advocacy fighting for Nebraskans. He fought alongside parents and community members to defend our schools against political attacks. Currently Jayden works with Nebraska attorneys to seek justice for all. He is a tireless advocate for all Nebraska communities.Jayden isn’t running to represent just Democrats or just Republicans, but will be a State Senator for all Nebraskans. He will always put people first and bring a balanced and more thoughtful voice to the Nebraska Legislature.<h4>Today, Jayden is ready to bring his story and his fight to office. Inspired by his journey from the fields of Nebraska to the nation’s capital and beyond, he understands that policy is personal. His roots in a working-class family, his grandmother’s legacy of service, and his experiences as a young community leader have prepared him to represent and fight for Nebraska’s 2nd Legislative District. Jayden is running to bring back the values and opportunities that once defined our rural communities, where hard work led to real rewards, neighbors supported one another, and families could truly thrive. It’s time to restore the promise of those days and build a future where we can all live the good life.</h4>

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A 21-year-old college student officially entered the race Monday for the District 2 seat in the Nebraska Legislature, which represents Cass County and a slice of eastern Lancaster County.&nbsp;

Lincoln Journal-Star: 21-year-old student officially enters race for Nebraska Legislature seat

At just 20 years old, former Student Government Senator Jayden Speed is running for the Nebraska Legislature, aiming to become the youngest lawmaker in state history next November.

GW Hatchet: Senior, former SGA senator launches bid for Nebraska legislature

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Join us for the official campaign kickoff of Speed for Nebraska!Be part of the energy as we launch our movement to bring the next generation of leadership to our great state. Enjoy light refreshments, hear from inspiring guest speakers, and learn how you can get involved.

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Young families require affordable, accessible childcare to fully participate in the workforce and build our communities. Jayden supports policies and initiatives that expand access to childcare in Nebraska. He believes we should join our sister states of Iowa, Oklahoma, West Virginia, and others in guaranteeing universal preschool for all Nebraska four-year-olds.

Young families require affordable, accessible childcare to fully participate in the workforce and build our communities. Jayden supports policies and initiatives that expand access to childcare in Nebraska.

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Jayden Speed, a fifth-generation Nebraskan finishing his bachelor’s degree at George Washington University, filed his candidacy at 9 a.m. at the Election Division of the Secretary of State’s office in Lincoln. Supporters gathered outside the office during the filing.

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Law enforcement deserves a partner in the legislature who will collaborate with them substantively on public safety. Jayden will listen to our sheriffs’ deputies, police officers, and others in the law enforcement community to ensure they have the tools and support needed to keep our communities safe.Jayden knows that responsible gun ownership is not only a constitutional right but a longstanding tradition passed down by generations of Nebraskans. He supports the 2nd Amendment and will protect Nebraskans’ rights to hunt and defend themselves. Jayden also knows responsible gun ownership means we should encourage firearms safety, keep firearms out of the hands of criminals, and restore our permitting system.

Law enforcement deserves a partner in the legislature who will collaborate with them substantively on public safety. Jayden will listen to our sheriffs’ deputies, police officers, and others in the law enforcement community to ensure they have the tools and support needed to keep our communities safe.

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Jayden believes in the promise of the Good Life, the American Dream, where someone who works hard and plays by the rules can achieve success for themself and their family. In Nebraska and around the country, the economy is leaving behind working people, family farms, and small businesses. We can restore the Good Life and build an economy that works for all, not just the corporations and the wealthiest.<h4>Build An Economy for Working People</h4>State government should work for working Nebraskans. As a State Senator, Jayden will always fight to ensure working people are given a fair shot at the Good Life. He will stand with the will of the people in support of a living wage and paid family leave. Jayden supports workers' right to organize and is opposed to legislative attacks on unions.He will seek to ensure that both government and big business can’t take advantage of working Nebraskans.<h4>Fight for Family Farms</h4>Family farming are the backbone of the rural economy. At a time when farmers are facing perilous markets, government policy should support and protect family farms as opposed to big agriculture monopolies. Jayden supports farmers and ranchers’ right to repair.<h4>Revitalize Rural Communities</h4>Jayden knows incentives for small businesses and reliable rural broadband are crucial to revitalize Main Streets and keep our rural way of life alive. He will encourage investments in our community through state funds and private partnerships.

Family farming and small businesses are the backbone of the rural economy and our local communities. Government policy should support and protect family farms as opposed to agriculture monopolies. Jayden supports farmers and ranchers’ right to repair. He knows incentives for small businesses and reliable rural broadband are crucial to revitalize Main Streets and keep our rural way of life alive.

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Public schools are the centerpiece of communities across Nebraska. It's where families go for Friday night football games, holiday concerts, and community meetings. They keep our rural way of life alive.As a proud product of public schools, Jayden understands the importance of advocating for them in the Legislature. He believes the state must take on a larger responsibility for funding public education and ultimately reduce local schools’ reliance on property tax levies to stay afloat.Jayden believes we must invest in retaining teachers and support them with the resources they need.He stands with the vast majority of Nebraska voters who rejected schemes to send public dollars to private schools.Jayden has firmly stood against the rise in political attacks on public schools and educators. He is opposed to anti-American efforts to ban books, criminalize teachers, and politicize school curriculum.

The State of Nebraska must take on a larger responsibility for funding public education and ultimately reduce local schools’ reliance on property tax levies to stay afloat. A quality education is essential to our children and the future of Nebraska communities. He will continue to defend public schools that are the centerpiece of small towns.

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There is a vast need for new and affordable housing in our communities. Jayden supports incentives to build affordable housing and reduce the barriers to homeownership for the next generation of Nebraskans. He will look at policies to aid young families in saving for a down payment and buying their first home.

There is a vast need for new and affordable housing in our communities. Jayden supports incentives to build affordable housing and reduce the barriers to homeownership for the next generation of Nebraskans.

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Nebraskans can make their own decisions without the government telling them what to do. Jayden will always protect American freedoms. Individuals, parents, and families don’t need politicians in their doctors’ offices, libraries, and schools. He knows rural Nebraskans value their freedom and he will protect it.

Nebraskans can make their own decisions without the government telling them what to do. Jayden will always defend American freedoms. Individuals, parents, and families don’t need politicians in their doctors’ offices, libraries, and schools.

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Nebraskans deserve good roads and safe drinking water. As a State Senator, Jayden will work with officials at all levels of government to bring in funds for infrastructure construction and maintenance. He would specifically examine water access and quality concerns in our community.

Nebraskans deserve good roads and safe drinking water. As a State Senator, Jayden will work with officials at all levels of government to bring in funds for infrastructure construction and maintenance. He would specifically examine water quality concerns in the Plattsmouth community.

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Nebraska farmers and ranchers know how important good stewardship of our land, air, and water is for a healthy state. We are deeply tied to the land. We breathe the air and we drink the water. Elected officials in Nebraska have to protect it. Jayden will work with all stakeholders to encourage collaboration between renewable energy developments, landowners, and the broader community.

Nebraska farmers and ranchers know how important good stewardship of our land, air, and water is for a healthy state. We are deeply tied to the land. We breathe the air and we drink the water. Elected officials in Nebraska have to protect it.

Steward Our Land, Air, & Water

For 30 years, Nebraskans have suffered from a property tax crisis, and the state has failed to make substantial change. Jayden will work to reduce the property tax burden on working Nebraskans, seniors, farmers, ranchers, and small businesses.He believes the state should take on a larger portion of school funding, allowing local school districts to reduce their property tax levies.Jayden plans to pay for this increase in state education aid by asking corporations and the wealthiest individuals to pay their fair share in state taxes.

For 30 years Nebraskans have suffered from a property tax crisis and the state has failed to make substantial change. Jayden will work to reduce the tax burden on working Nebraskans, farmers, ranchers, and small businesses. He will fight to transform the tax system to end high property taxes once and for all.

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A Nehawka, Nebraska native is running to be the youngest person elected to the Nebraska Legislature. Jayden Speed, 20, is running to represent Nebraska's second legislative district in the nonpartisan Nebraska Legislature as a Democratic candidate in the 2026 general election.

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A huge tax burden on Nebraskans comes from unfunded mandates imposed by the state on local governments. Jayden will support eliminating unfunded mandates to reduce burdens imposed by the state and decrease local taxes on residents.

A huge tax burden on Nebraskans comes from unfunded mandates imposed by the state on local governments. Jayden will support eliminating unfunded mandates to reduce burdens imposed by the state and decrease local taxes on residents.

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