Nebraska Democrats clash in US House primary for the state’s ‘blue dot’ district

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Nebraska Democrats are competing in a high-profile primary for the 2nd Congressional District, a "blue dot" in presidential politics where Republican U.S. Rep. Don Bacon is retiring. State Sen. John Cavanaugh, activist Denise Powell, and clerk Crystal Rhoades are the top contenders. A key issue is whether Cavanaugh's potential departure from the state legislature could jeopardize Nebraska's unique system of splitting electoral votes, a concern raised by opponents and even some Republican groups.