NEBRASKA 2006 Governor Race The following information is taken from the 2006 Almanac of American Politics. The 2006 Almanac can be ordered online, or by phone at 1-800-356-4838. Dave Heineman (R) vs. David Hahn (D)   • Previous Election Results For This Seat   • State Profile, Demographics & Political History

Dave Heineman (R) defeated David Hahn (D), 74%-24%.

Gov. Dave Heineman (R)

First appointed in 2005; Seeking first full term; Heineman was nominated with 50% in a three-way primary. Campaign Contact: 402-474-3283 Web Site: www.governordave.com

About The Candidate

• Born: May 12, 1948; Falls City, Neb.
• Family: Married (Sally); one child
• Education: U.S. Military Academy, B.S., 1970
• Professional Career: Chief of staff, U.S. Rep. Hal Daub, 1983-88; executive director, state Republican Party, 1979-81
• Military Career: Army, 1970-75
• Previous Elective Office: State lieutenant governor, 2001-05; state treasurer, 1994-2001; Fremont City Council, 1990-94

David Hahn (D)

Hahn, an Internet publishing executive, was nominated with 91% in a two-way primary. Campaign Contact: 402-742-2111 Web Site: www.hahnfornebraska.org Democratic Governors Association Profile

About The Candidate

• Born: Aug. 2, 1955; Omaha, Neb.
• Family: Married (Ruth); three children
• Education: University of Nebraska-Lincoln, J.D., 1981; Sterling College, B.A., 1978
• Professional Career: Founder and CEO, New Digital Group; practicing attorney
• Military Career: None
• Previous Elective Office: None

Previous Election Results

2002 general	Candidate	Total Votes	Percent	Expenditures
	Mike Johanns (R)	330,349	69%
	Stormy Dean (D)	132,348	28%
	Paul Rosberg (NEB)	18,294	4%
2002 primary	Candidate	Total Votes	Percent	Expenditures
	Mike Johanns (R)	128,277	87%
	Robert Wicht (R)	19,441	13%
1998 general	Candidate	Total Votes	Percent	Expenditures
	Mike Johanns (R)	293,910	54%
	Bill Hoppner (D)	250,678	46%