Nebraska Democratic Party: Achelpohl Won't Seek Re-Election

Achelpohl Won't Seek Re-Election

Jan 09, 10:58 AM CST

Nebraska Democratic Party State Chair Steve Achelpohl announced today that he will not seek another term.

Achelpohl became chair of the NDP in 2001 after Anne Boyle stepped down from the post. He was re-elected by acclamation in 2002, 2004 and 2006. His current term will end in December. A new State Chair will be elected at the state convention this summer.

“It has been a tremendous honor to serve Nebraska Democrats in this role,” said Achelpohl. “We have accomplished much as a Party together. I will always value the many great friendships formed during my years as state chair. ”

During his tenure as chair, the Party has grown into a 21st century professional campaign services organization. Achelpohl introduced new technology, hired a professional staff and streamlined many processes throughout the organization.

Through Achelpohl’s leadership, the Party elected Democratic mayors in the state’s two largest cities, re-elected Nebraska’s Senator Ben Nelson by a wide margin and increased the Party’s presence in the Unicameral.

– by Eric Fought | Send this to a friend

Thank you Steve for your many years of service. Your shoes will not be easy to fill.
— Trevor Fitzgerald Jan 09, 02:31 PM CST #
So, has there been any thought by the NDP of keeping a master list of caucus sites that’s easily accessible by the general public?
— Dave Sund Jan 09, 08:42 PM CST #
Indeed, there are plans for such an animal Dave. We are currently working with county chairs to obtain the information. We are awaiting information especially from Lancaster County.

As sites come in, we also place them on the Events Center.
— Eric Fought Jan 09, 08:45 PM CST #
Okay, nevermind, I see it now in the events center… However, I think the list should be easier to find for others.
— Dave Sund Jan 09, 09:22 PM CST #
Good to know, Eric. :-)
— Dave Sund Jan 09, 09:47 PM CST #