Nebraska and West Virginia Primary Elections 2022: Candidates, Races, and Ballot Measures
Nebraska and West Virginia are gearing up for primary elections on May 12, where voters will select candidates for various congressional and state-level positions. In Nebraska, voters will have the opportunity to choose candidates for governor, U.S. Senate, and the U.S. House of Representatives. The Senate GOP primary will feature incumbent Sen. Pete Ricketts, while the House races will see incumbents Mike Flood and Adrian Smith defending their seats. The race for the second district, currently held by retiring Rep. Don Bacon, is attracting attention with six Democrats vying for the spot. The state will also decide on candidates for governor, secretary of state, attorney general, and other state government roles, as well as local elections and ballot measures.
In West Virginia, voters will cast their ballots for U.S. House and Senate positions, state legislators, the state Supreme Court, and local elections. Incumbent Republican Sen. Shelley Moore Capito faces competition in the Senate race, while incumbent Reps. Carol Miller and Riley Moore will seek to retain their seats in the congressional districts. A ballot measure, the West Virginia Citizenship Voting Requirement Amendment, will also be on the ballot, proposing a change in the state constitution regarding voting eligibility. This measure is part of a broader trend across the country, with 15 similar measures passed since 2018, reflecting ongoing debates around election practices and immigration policies.
As primary elections unfold in Nebraska and West Virginia, voters will play a crucial role in shaping the political landscape for the upcoming November midterms. Stay informed and exercise your right to vote in these important races.