OMAHA- A race full of new candidates ready to make their mark in politics.

Clarice Jackson is a mother of two, running a screening and teaching program for people struggling with dyslexia.

"Some children learn differently, I learned that with my daughter, one of my children, my son, Mekhi, he thrived in the traditional public school, but my daughter did not. And sometimes they need a different setting," Jackson said.

Jackson has received endorsements from Omaha Mayor Jean Stothert, Congressman Don Bacon, former Mayor Hal Daub and State Senator Louis Linehan.

Jackson's opponent, Christy Armendariz agrees, saying taxes are a top priority when it comes to District 18, and so is growth.

"Economic development is going to be key to try to keep costs under control for the constituents of the area," Armendariz said.

She said she's focused on creating unity within the state, inspiring her to run for a seat in the legislature while setting an example for her kids. "I've always told my kids who are grown now that there is a process in place that we can take advantage of, and to do that, if they are not happy with something, take advantage of the process," she said.

Armendariz said as a negotiator in the health care field, she has the skills to get things done.

The third candidate, Michael Young owns a technology business while running his own art gallery, working as a professor and being a dad. As someone who has experienced homelessness and poverty as a child, Young said he wants his past to create change for future laws.

"To really engage and give voice to my district. I'm a huge community advocate from education, to transportation, to lowering taxes to teachers and to unions," Young said.

The seat is currently held by Senator Brett Lindstrom who is unable to see another term due to term limits. He is currently running for Governor

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