Omaha Mayoral Race 2025
Omaha's first female mayor concedes to a man who is likely to become the community's first Black mayor after a mayoral race revolving around local and national issues.
Key Points
- Stothert conceded to Ewing
- Campaign focused on local issues and touched on national topics like transgender rights
- Ewing criticized Stothert's focus on core issues like potholes and affordable housing
- Partisan affiliations highlighted in the campaign
Pros
- Making history with potential first Black mayor
- Focused on local issues like street repairs and garbage service
Cons
- Partisan messages introduced towards the end of the campaign