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Nebraska: Cornhusker State

Nebraska, in the Great Plains, is known for corn production, beef cattle, and college football fanaticism (University of Nebraska). The state features rolling prairies, Sandhills dunes, and Platte River valley.

Omaha is the largest city and Warren Buffett's hometown, home to several Fortune 500 companies. Lincoln, the capital, hosts the University of Nebraska and passionate football culture (sell-out streak since 1962). Scotts Bluff and Chimney Rock were Oregon Trail landmarks. The Sandhills are unique grass-covered sand dunes. Strategic Air Command Museum reflects military heritage.

Nebraska's economy includes agriculture (corn, beef, soybeans), insurance, transportation, and telecommunications. The state has unicameral legislature (only one in US) and splits electoral votes by district. Nebraskans value hard work, community, and football Saturdays. Kool-Aid was invented in Nebraska. Despite population concentrated in Omaha and Lincoln, agriculture defines the state's identity and economy. The Great Plains landscape stretches endlessly.


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