MADISON, Wis. – Today, Assembly Democrats elected Rep. Greta Neubauer as their new leader and Rep. Kalan Haywood as their new assistant leader.
Statement from Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler:
“Congratulations to new Assembly Democratic Leader Rep. Greta Neubauer and Assembly Democratic Assistant Leader Rep. Kalan Haywood. Rep. Neubauer is a dynamite organizer and a dynamic, inclusive leader, and Rep. Haywood – Wisconsin’s youngest legislator – has earned the respect of his caucus and brings the perspective and energy of the rising generation of young Wisconsinites to the Democratic Party’s leadership team. Together, Reps. Neubauer and Haywood have been a force for progressive change in Wisconsin politics and have continuously supported policies that will move our state forward. With Reps. Neubauer and Haywood at the helm, Wisconsinites can trust that their best interests will be the force driving the Assembly Democratic leadership.”
Statement from Democratic Party of Wisconsin Secretary and Racine County Democrats Chair Meg Andrietsch:
“As the Chair of the Racine County Democrats, I’m so proud that Racine’s own Rep. Greta Neubauer will be the new Assembly Democratic Leader. I have confidence that she will do a great job in her new role leading the Assembly Democrats. Rep. Neubauer’s election marks the first time the Democratic leader and Republican leader are from the same county, showing that Racine county is made up of a diverse range of viewpoints. I know that Rep. Neubauer will represent us well, and I’m looking forward to her tenure as Assembly Democratic Leader.”