2000 - Present
The 21st century opened with worldwide celebrations, followed by worldwide shock when terrorists carried out attacks on the U.S. on September 11, 2001. Fears of “Mad Cow Disease” sparked panic and led to a boycott of U.S. beef. Nebraska had found its way into world markets, increasing its status but also making it more vulnerable to international volatility. How would the state fare in this increasingly interdependent world?
