OMAHA- Dan Osborn, a non-partisan candidate for the U.S. Senate, seems to have burned all bridges with the Nebraska Democratic Party, which he had been courting support from for months. During a Wednesday announcement at a press event in his Chalco Hills garage, Osborn stated that he would no longer be seeking endorsements from any political party. Along with expressing his lack of desire to forcibly adhere to the rigid requests of a political party, Osborn stated he wouldn't accept a party's endorsement even if he were chosen.

Democrats feel betrayed by Osborn's decision, being that it was confirmed by election officials to be too late to add a Democratic candidate to the ballot for the fall election. Some are speculating that Osborn's distancing from the Democratic Party and centrist statements are a tactic to persuade Republican-leaning voters. Nebraska Democratic Party Chair Jane Kleeb voiced her disappointment with Osborn's decisions and stated that there will be a write-in candidate endorsed by the Democratic Party.

Disdain for Osborn's independent status has been voiced clearly by liberal affiliates who have assisted in his campaign, characterizing him as dishonest and untrustworthy. It's believed that his chances are slim to none without Democratic support, but Osborn is adamant that his anti-establishment sentiments and blue-collar demeanor will win progressives over.

For the full article click HERE