‘So freaking cute’: Supporters pitch Cameron the Capitol Cat statue outside Nebraska State Capitol

By: Zach Wendling

Outlets: Nebraska Examiner

Published: August 25, 2026

Words: 1,406

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 5 days ago

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LINCOLN — The Nebraska State Capitol’s unofficial feline mascot could soon become a permanent fixture outside the historic building he brought warmth and love to for a decade.

Until this spring, Cameron the “Capitol Cat” made a home away from home at the Capitol near his downtown Lincoln residence with his owner, Dianna McGinnis. After long legislative days, staffers and lawmakers alike would greet Cameron, even on nights after heated filibusters or those …

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