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BREAKING NEWS: Nelson announces retirement

December 27, 2011

Nebraska Senator Ben Nelson surprised voters Tuesday, when he announced plans to retire from the political arena he has served in for much of his life. Nelson issued the following statement.
“My Fellow Nebraskans: I’ve had the honor of serving as your Governor and United States Senator. During this time we’ve accomplished a great deal. As Governor I helped our state experience unprecedented economic growth, cut taxes and left state government with a surplus.