Dave Wordekemper (born January 24, 1966) is a Nebraska state senator. He was elected in 2024 to represent District 15 which includes Fremont, Nebraska, and surrounding areas."Fremont, Dodge County election recap." Fremont Tribune. November 7, 2024.
Personal background Wordekemper is a firefighter and paramedic. He is married to Barb, who is a registered nurse.Robb, Jeff. "Legislative candidate Dave Wordekemper visits UNMC." University of Nebraska Medical Center. September 16, 2024. They have two sons and a daughter.
Legislative campaign He announced his candidacy for the District 15 legislative seat on February 20, 2024. He promised a focus on public safety issues, controls on state spending, and tax relief.Wasenius, Brent. "Wordekemper announces candidacy for Legislature." The Best Mix 105.5. February 20, 2024.
In the 2024 Nebraska primary election, he received 3,136 votes for nearly 44 percent of the total in a five-way race. He advanced to the General election ballot along with Roxie Kracl, who received just over 25 percent.Wendling, Zach. "Omaha saw narrowest primary elections for Nebraska Legislature, with a recount possible." Nebraska Examiner. May 15, 2024. He defeated Kracl in the general election on November 5, 2024, receiving 9,035 votes for 53 percent of the total ballots cast."Nebraska Election Results." New York Times. November 5, 2024
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