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Omaha Steve
Omaha Steve's Journal
Omaha Steve's Journal
October 14, 2025
Living with my dementia
Most of you know I have a dementia (FTD) problem. I was diagnosed in 2014. Life expectancy was 10 years. So I'm doing pretty good. I believe the Trazodone is helping by slowing the advance of the disease. There is research to back this up.
This morning, after I let the dogs out, I started my morning routine. First thing, I started on the local paper, the Omaha World Herald. I didn't have any coffee yet. I don't have coffee until Marta comes downstairs. I saw the story about Dan Osborn. I rushed to post it in LBN. Problem was it was an opinion page. In my morning fog, I missed that.
Once I realized what I had done, I self deleted the LBN post. I have reposted it here in GD: https://www.democraticunderground.com/100220719369
With my dementia, I'm going to make a mistake or two from time to time. Just remember, I don't do these things on purpose. Thanks for understanding. 
OS
August 5, 2025
I was at Rep. Floods town hall yesterday, my photo made the Lincoln paper (Dial up warning) UPDATED
Here I am in my JFK shirt. The guy next to me is a rabid Republican.
FULL photo spread: http://archive.today/zgqjP
Original pay link: https://journalstar.com/news/state-regional/government-politics/collection_5cfdbd91-e885-446e-b61c-334484a1f551.html#1
Written story: http://archive.today/4Fy7A
Original pay link:https://journalstar.com/news/state-regional/government-politics/article_471f8bcd-6046-4bb4-9da8-6e9d4804e5b6.html
UPDATE!
By request, here is the shirt I'm wearing: 
Get it here: https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/50709176-jfk-for-president-1960-vintage-john-f-kennedy
April 5, 2025
The event lasted 2 hours. We had a wonderful time. Omaha World Herald photos at the bottom. There had to be 5,000 to 6,000 people gathered to protest Trump!
OS
My neighbor Carl and I. I'm in the gray jacket with a Biden hat.
https://mightytext.net/zaePVr
One side of the highway
https://mightytext.net/zOu7P2
The other side
https://mightytext.net/zdbS9m
The bridge over the highway
https://mightytext.net/zJfoji
A small part of the crowd
https://mightytext.net/z0q9Cv
As we were leaving
https://mightytext.net/z5GjZ1
Photos: Protestors gather in Omaha for nationwide movement against Trump administration
Megan Nielsen Apr 5, 2025 Updated 10 mins ago
Protestors gather as part of a nationwide movement to voice discontent with President Trump's administration at Memorial Park in Omaha on Saturday, April 5, 2025. Organizers of the Omaha protest are calling on Trump and Elon Musk to take their hands off the programs that middle class and working families rely on and asking elected officials to take a stand. Over 1,000 protests were planned across the country Saturday.
Several more OWH photos here: http://archive.today/x7l0U
Original OWH link: https://omaha.com/news/local/collection_848764e1-c940-44dc-934a-9b0d48c4f187.html#9
Thousands upon thousands protest in Omaha a few PIX and more
The event lasted 2 hours. We had a wonderful time. Omaha World Herald photos at the bottom. There had to be 5,000 to 6,000 people gathered to protest Trump!
OS
My neighbor Carl and I. I'm in the gray jacket with a Biden hat.
https://mightytext.net/zaePVr
One side of the highway
https://mightytext.net/zOu7P2
The other side
https://mightytext.net/zdbS9m
The bridge over the highway
https://mightytext.net/zJfoji
A small part of the crowd
https://mightytext.net/z0q9Cv
As we were leaving
https://mightytext.net/z5GjZ1
Photos: Protestors gather in Omaha for nationwide movement against Trump administration
Megan Nielsen Apr 5, 2025 Updated 10 mins ago
Protestors gather as part of a nationwide movement to voice discontent with President Trump's administration at Memorial Park in Omaha on Saturday, April 5, 2025. Organizers of the Omaha protest are calling on Trump and Elon Musk to take their hands off the programs that middle class and working families rely on and asking elected officials to take a stand. Over 1,000 protests were planned across the country Saturday.
Several more OWH photos here: http://archive.today/x7l0U
Original OWH link: https://omaha.com/news/local/collection_848764e1-c940-44dc-934a-9b0d48c4f187.html#9
July 20, 2024
I've been nominated for a NATIONAL labor award in recognition of a lifetime of service to the labor cause! Our Omaha Steve's Labor Group is a part of it: https://www.democraticunderground.com/?com=forum&id=1117
You will know the results as soon as I do.
Edit: Winners announced on Labor Day!
OS
I just found out that.......
I've been nominated for a NATIONAL labor award in recognition of a lifetime of service to the labor cause! Our Omaha Steve's Labor Group is a part of it: https://www.democraticunderground.com/?com=forum&id=1117
You will know the results as soon as I do.
Edit: Winners announced on Labor Day!
OS
July 2, 2024
The first candidate we raised $ for was Bernie 8 years ago. It was $77,149 raised from 2,108 contributions. We got a thank-you letter from Bernie.
Look how far we have come.
My DU stats header below.
Congratulations DU we have now raised over $ 2.9 million for Democratic candidates on ActBlue
The first candidate we raised $ for was Bernie 8 years ago. It was $77,149 raised from 2,108 contributions. We got a thank-you letter from Bernie.
Look how far we have come.
My DU stats header below.
June 28, 2024
That is how much the DU has raised for the Biden/Harris team over two election cycles. Last night alone was $25,937.00. 144 donors seemed to think Joe won.
Edit to add a donation link: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/du4biden
I was at a watch party with about 100 other people in a standing room only crowd. In the post debate discussions I heard, everyone thought Joe WON! I certainly do.
Last night was not a knock-out punch. Joe might have seemed off his game compared to the State of the Union address. It seems a cold was partly to blame. Last night was not the end of Joe. The choice is not the lessor of two evils. It is a choice between good and evil.
I'm the host of the labor forum. I have not heard of any wavering in labor's support of Joe. That support is door knockers, money, phone calls, and sweat.
I am solidly in Joe's corner. He has earned another four years in office.
In solidarity,
OS
$ 2.7 million
That is how much the DU has raised for the Biden/Harris team over two election cycles. Last night alone was $25,937.00. 144 donors seemed to think Joe won.
Edit to add a donation link: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/du4biden
I was at a watch party with about 100 other people in a standing room only crowd. In the post debate discussions I heard, everyone thought Joe WON! I certainly do.
Last night was not a knock-out punch. Joe might have seemed off his game compared to the State of the Union address. It seems a cold was partly to blame. Last night was not the end of Joe. The choice is not the lessor of two evils. It is a choice between good and evil.
I'm the host of the labor forum. I have not heard of any wavering in labor's support of Joe. That support is door knockers, money, phone calls, and sweat.
I am solidly in Joe's corner. He has earned another four years in office.
In solidarity,
OS
May 24, 2024
WOW. I hit the milestone. It took me almost 20 years to get to this point.
From mistakes I made I have lost a few DU friends. Saying I'm sorry probably won't reestablish friendship with those many DUers. I am sorry for the mistakes I've made. There have been too many to list.
High points for me on the DU include sharing my diagnosis for dementia several years ago. I'm still going strong. Having the Labor Group named after me. Raising $2.4 million for Biden/Harris 4 years ago. Lots of nature pictures I used to post. Being a long time host. Meeting Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff and talking about the DU. You get the idea. Feel free to add to this list.
I doubt I'll have another 20 years on the DU. That doesn't mean I won't try.
In solidarity,
OS
HERE IT IS... my post #100,000
WOW. I hit the milestone. It took me almost 20 years to get to this point.
From mistakes I made I have lost a few DU friends. Saying I'm sorry probably won't reestablish friendship with those many DUers. I am sorry for the mistakes I've made. There have been too many to list.
High points for me on the DU include sharing my diagnosis for dementia several years ago. I'm still going strong. Having the Labor Group named after me. Raising $2.4 million for Biden/Harris 4 years ago. Lots of nature pictures I used to post. Being a long time host. Meeting Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff and talking about the DU. You get the idea. Feel free to add to this list.
I doubt I'll have another 20 years on the DU. That doesn't mean I won't try.
In solidarity,
OS
March 19, 2024
Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff was in town to give a speech about women's reproductive health today. I did not attend that event.
The other purpose of the gathering I was at was to pick up yard signs. I got several Biden/Harris signs for my friends and neighbors.
Secret Service would not allow attendees to get out of their car. I did get to shake his hand. We talked about the DU. You bet I mentioned that we raised OVER $2.4 million in 2020 for Biden/Harris. He was impressed. He shook my hand again and sincerely said thank you. I didn't see any TV coverage.
You can see my AFSCME shirt.
Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff meets Omaha Steve and the DU
Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff was in town to give a speech about women's reproductive health today. I did not attend that event.
The other purpose of the gathering I was at was to pick up yard signs. I got several Biden/Harris signs for my friends and neighbors.
Secret Service would not allow attendees to get out of their car. I did get to shake his hand. We talked about the DU. You bet I mentioned that we raised OVER $2.4 million in 2020 for Biden/Harris. He was impressed. He shook my hand again and sincerely said thank you. I didn't see any TV coverage.
You can see my AFSCME shirt.
September 7, 2023
Tony is running for US Congress in Nebraska's D-2. It is a swing district. Tony lost last year by 2% without Biden on the ballot. Having the President on the top of the ticket is one of the factors that will help Tony win next year. That helps retake the House.
This photo is from Monday's Labor Day parade. I'm on the left with a black hat. Tony is next to me holding his son.
This post could use an R BTW.
I'm asking all my labor followers to donate a small amount to help a pro-labor candidate.
Tony's info: https://www.vargasfornebraska.com/
Donate with our DU link here: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/duforvargas24
Hi Steve,
Thanks so much for reaching out!
I'm happy to confirm that ActBlue will only share your information with the specific committees, campaigns, or organizations that you have contributed to. We share the information that they need to comply with relevant campaign finance laws and regulations, as well as your email address so that they can get in touch with you.
We don’t sell or otherwise transfer your information to any third parties. We also do not solicit on behalf of the organizations and campaigns that use our platform. If you or your donors are receiving solicitations from them, you will need to unsubscribe directly from the organization or campaign. I hope that this information is helpful.
Please feel free to be in touch if there’s anything else that I can do!
Best,
Sophie
My photo made Tony Vargas's Face Book page
Tony is running for US Congress in Nebraska's D-2. It is a swing district. Tony lost last year by 2% without Biden on the ballot. Having the President on the top of the ticket is one of the factors that will help Tony win next year. That helps retake the House.
This photo is from Monday's Labor Day parade. I'm on the left with a black hat. Tony is next to me holding his son.
This post could use an R BTW.
I'm asking all my labor followers to donate a small amount to help a pro-labor candidate.
Tony's info: https://www.vargasfornebraska.com/
Donate with our DU link here: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/duforvargas24
Hi Steve,
Thanks so much for reaching out!
I'm happy to confirm that ActBlue will only share your information with the specific committees, campaigns, or organizations that you have contributed to. We share the information that they need to comply with relevant campaign finance laws and regulations, as well as your email address so that they can get in touch with you.
We don’t sell or otherwise transfer your information to any third parties. We also do not solicit on behalf of the organizations and campaigns that use our platform. If you or your donors are receiving solicitations from them, you will need to unsubscribe directly from the organization or campaign. I hope that this information is helpful.
Please feel free to be in touch if there’s anything else that I can do!
Best,
Sophie
August 14, 2023
The DU is now recognized as a player! Here is the letter.
OS
Hello Steven,
I hope this email finds you well! My name is Eduardo, and I’m a staffer on the DNC’s Donor Cultivation team. I’m reaching out today to thank you for your generosity to the Biden-Harris reelection campaign.
The ActBlue community forms you created have generated incredible revenue for the campaign, allowing us to invest in staffing operations, campaign infrastructure, voter protection, and more. We could not be more grateful for your contributions and the support you have cultivated.
Last quarter, the campaign raised $72 million, which we could not have achieved without the support of dedicated Democrats like you. We’re going to need all hands on deck as President Biden and Vice President Harris return to the campaign trail to make their case to the American people. Together, we’ll lead the Biden-Harris ticket and Democrats across the nation to victory in 2024.
Thank you again for your support.
Eduardo Bocanegra | he/him
Donor Cultivation Assistant
Democratic National Committee
From the Democratic National Committee to the DU (thanks for the $2.4 MILLION+ in 2020)
The DU is now recognized as a player! Here is the letter.
OS
Hello Steven,
I hope this email finds you well! My name is Eduardo, and I’m a staffer on the DNC’s Donor Cultivation team. I’m reaching out today to thank you for your generosity to the Biden-Harris reelection campaign.
The ActBlue community forms you created have generated incredible revenue for the campaign, allowing us to invest in staffing operations, campaign infrastructure, voter protection, and more. We could not be more grateful for your contributions and the support you have cultivated.
Last quarter, the campaign raised $72 million, which we could not have achieved without the support of dedicated Democrats like you. We’re going to need all hands on deck as President Biden and Vice President Harris return to the campaign trail to make their case to the American people. Together, we’ll lead the Biden-Harris ticket and Democrats across the nation to victory in 2024.
Thank you again for your support.
Eduardo Bocanegra | he/him
Donor Cultivation Assistant
Democratic National Committee
Profile Information
Name: StevenGender: Male
Hometown: Omaha
Home country: USA
Current location: Bellevue, NE
Member since: Tue Nov 9, 2004, 05:03 PM
Number of posts: 108,181