Carol Blood, a former Bellevue city councilwoman and Nebraska State Senator, is running for U.S. Senate in Nebraska’s District 1. Known for her grit and energy, Blood embraces her unique approach to politics, calling herself a unicorn.
Facing incumbent Mike Flood, who won the seat in a special election after Jeff Fortenberry’s felony conviction, Blood is campaigning on pragmatic solutions and strong work ethic.
Her platform emphasizes protecting Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security, advocating for reproductive rights, and uplifting the middle class through affordable housing and childcare policies.
Blood, whose district includes Offutt Air Force Base, also stresses the importance of supporting the military to maintain U.S. leadership on the global stage.
Blood’s legislative work includes expanding insurance coverage for colon cancer screenings, which she views as a life-saving achievement. She criticizes the lack of productivity in Congress, stating that lawmakers must show up more often to effect change.
Despite being significantly outspent raising about $59,000 compared to Flood’s $1.5 million Blood believes her hard work will resonate with voters, challenging traditional political expectations.