Carol Blood says she is ready to hit the ground running with a detailed plan to address Nebraska's needs, including workforce development, coupled with a program to strengthen the rural economy, if she is elected governor.⁠ ⁠ The two-term Bellevue state senator is the Democratic gubernatorial nominee and while she's not overwhelmed by Republican candidate Jim Pillen's huge campaign funding advantage, Blood says, she is troubled by Pillen's refusal to debate her and allow Nebraska voters to weigh their differences on issues.⁠ ⁠ "The lack of any debates makes it harder for me," Blood said during a telephone interview.⁠ ⁠ "One of us has a real plan," she said.⁠ ⁠ 🔗 Read more about Blood's plan at the link in our bio. ⁠ ⁠ * We will feature a profile on Republican gubernatorial candidate Jim Pillen on Nov. 3. ⁠ ⁠ ✏️: Don Walton & 📷: Noah Riffe / Lincoln Journal Star