Pub. 15 2020-2021 Issue 4

NEBRASKA BANKERS ASSOCIATION 9 Contact Richard J. Baier at (402) 474-1555 or richard.baier@nebankers.org . that could be filled by this potential candidate, thereby enhancing their career stability? 3. Security of the election process has received a great deal of recent public andmedia attention and scrutiny. Whether this issue revolved around potential outside inf luencers or questions about the actual election process and the counting of ballots, it is quintessential that the American election be both transparent and fair. Talk with leaders in your community about how such election requirements are implemented in your local region. Consider, for example, asking your local county clerk to make a presentation about the elec- tion process at the local Rotary or Kiwanis meeting. Similarly, maybe your bank can sponsor an election educational initiative at your local school. 4. I would be remiss if I did not also urge you to continue to give to the NBA BankPAC. This important tool al- lows the Nebraska banking industry to collectively support candidates who support pro-banking and pro-business enterprises. 5. And finally, I strongly encourage every Nebraska banker to foster fair, open and honest debate about important public policy issues. America is an amazing country with centuries of proven success and prosperity. Sure, we have had difficult times, but collectively Nebraska banks can help provide leadership focused on engaged political debate, finding common ground and recog - nizing the personal and professional sacrifice of every Nebraskan who is willing to put their name on the ballot for consideration!  You’re preapproved for trusted advice! Your bank works hard to make customer dreams become reality. Don’t let complex regulations delay your next big transaction. Our talented, supportive pros can help you stay compliant, manage risk and grow strategically, so you can focus on building equity in your community. Everyone needs a trusted advisor. Who’s yours? bkd.com/fs • @BKDFS Numbers provided by the Nebraska Secretary of State’s office show voter turnout in excess of 76%, with more than 966,000 Nebraskans voting.