The Associated Press
LINCOLN, Neb. — Nebraska Gov. Dave Heineman recently criticized a well-known animal advocacy group, saying he would fight any efforts by its lobbyists to push legislation that could hinder Nebraska's agricultural industry.
The Humane Society of the United States opened an office in Omaha last year. A group spokesman has said the new office and state issues director in Nebraska were intended to help small farmers gain access to markets traditionally dominated by larger operations.
But Heineman, a Republican, said he did not trust the group's intentions.
"I don't think there's any question. . .

