The Big Muddy Vanguard

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  • If it Walks Like a Duck

    If it Walks Like a Duck

    The Ricketts Family, Political Influence, and Nebraska’s Senate Shake-Up In January 2023, significant political movements took place that highlighted the Ricketts family’s influence in Nebraska and beyond. One…

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  • Fighting Back Pays Off

    Fighting Back Pays Off

    1. Federal Courts Blocking DOGE’s Access to Treasury Department Payment Systems: A federal judge has temporarily limited DOGE’s access to the U.S. Treasury’s payment systems. This decision came…

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  • A Day of Protest 2/5

    A Day of Protest 2/5

    On February 5, 2025, a series of coordinated protests are planned across all 50 U.S. states, organized by the 50501 Movement—standing for “50 states, 50 protests, one day.”…

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  • Call Your Representatives

    Call Your Representatives

    Today, while reading through comments on Reddit, I was reminded of the power of calling your representatives to make your voice heard. This point was also emphasized during…

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  • Take Care of Number One

    Take Care of Number One

    If you are feeling overwhelmed in these challenging political times, you are not alone. While the election results may reflect a close divide, it remains uncertain how many…

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  • Winner-Take-All vs. Congressional District System

    Winner-Take-All vs. Congressional District System

    Nebraska’s Electoral College Debate: Winner-Take-All vs. Congressional District System Nebraska has once again found itself at the center of a heated political debate over its unique method of…

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The Big Muddy Vanguard is a grassroots site for political news and discourse. We cover topics that America is divided on, including climate change, immigration, DEI, and more.

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