WED PM Update: Analysis: Dem gains in Dane, WOW counties in guv race make up for drop in rural support

Exclusively for WisPolitics Subscribers From WisPolitics.com … — Tuesday’s gubernatorial election underscored that Republicans have an acute problem in Dane County and suburban Milwaukee. And insiders say that is helping Dems overcome their eroding support in rural Wisconsin. Tony Evers beat Tim Michels by 174,233 votes in deep blue Dane County, according to results posted at the cl… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, click here for a WisPolitics free trial and to view the different subscription options. Username or E-mail Password * Remember Me     Forgot Password

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Hutton campaign: Rob Hutton wins election to the state Senate

Brookfield – Rob Hutton (R-Brookfield) released his statement on his victory to a four-year term to the State Senate today.“I am grateful for the overwhelming support from the voters in the 5th Senate District. “I am ready to lead on solutions that keep more tax dollars in the hands of our hardworking families, improve our educational achievements, and drive reforms that keep our communities safe for our citizens to work and play. “I look forward to meeting and listening to the citizens of the 5th Senate District on their ideas to keep our communities safe, strong, and prosperous for the

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NextGen PAC: Young Wisconsin voters propel Tony Evers, Sara Rodriguez, Josh Kaul to victory

Madison, WI — Today, NextGen PAC is celebrating the youth-driven victory of Tony Evers for Governor, Sara Rodriguez for Lt. Governor, and Josh Kaul for Attorney General. Ahead of the November election, NextGen PAC leveraged its grassroots organizing infrastructure in Wisconsin and mobilized thousands of young voters to defeat their Republican challengers. It is clear that without the support of young voters, Democrats would have experienced severe losses in Wisconsin. NextGen PAC’s program was the largest nationwide youth voting initiative to mobilize this critical voting bloc. Early reporting from the Center for Information and Research on Civic Learning and Engagement (CIRCLE) shows that

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Wisconsin Elections Commission: Statement on unofficial results, verification of vote

MADISON, Wis. – Following Tuesday’s General Election, the Wisconsin Elections Commission is pleased to confirm Wisconsin’s 72 counties have reported 100% of the unofficial results. “We’re proud of the hard work that our dedicated local election officials undertook to run a smooth election without significant problems,” said WEC Administrator Meagan Wolfe. “We have confirmed that all unofficial results have been reported by Wisconsin counties, which means local election officials are ready to begin the next step in the process of verifying the vote totals.” It is normal for election results to change slightly as election officials conduct the canvasses to

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Barnes campaign: Statement on election results

MADISON — Today, Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes, candidate for U.S. Senate, released the following statement on the results of the 2022 U.S. Senate race. “Wisconsin, I cannot thank you enough. I got into this race in July of last year because I believe that the American Dream – the one that gave me the opportunity to run this campaign – is worth protecting. I believe that our workers and our family farmers and our childrens’ futures are worth fighting for.  “I got into this race because I believe in the Wisconsin promise of a fair shot at success. Whether you’re a

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Wisconsin Conservation Voters: Conservation voters play a significant role in re-electing Gov. Evers, protecting the freedom to vote

WISCONSIN – Voters across Wisconsin showed up in record numbers, with the highest voter turnout in the country, to re-elect Gov. Tony Evers and conservation champions down ballot.  Executive Director Kerry Schumann had this to say about the election night results: “Voters re-elected a governor who promised to defend our freedom to vote, protect our waters, and fight for a sustainable Wisconsin – and who has delivered on that promise. It is clear the people of Wisconsin want leaders who will work for equitable solutions to the climate crisis and rebuild a democracy in Wisconsin that works for everyone. Wisconsin Conservation

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Van Deurzen campaign: Concedes to Rep.-elect Goeben

I would like to thank everyone for all the support you have given throughout this campaign. I would not trade the experiences of the past six months for anything. We may not have succeeded in winning the election, but we ensured our voices were heard. We have all helped build upon the foundations of democracy we have all grown up in. The countless conversations with voters throughout the district have restored my faith in the future of our state and country. The struggle to ensure the future Wisconsintes deserve is far from over, but I know there is light at

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Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association: Calls for immigration reform to support industry growth

Madison, WI – The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA) is calling for Congressional action to expand opportunities for legal immigration and to allow more immigrants to become permanent residents or citizens of the United States of America. “The $753 billion American dairy industry relies on immigrants as vital members of its supply chain, from the farm to processing facilities and beyond,” said WCMA President Steve Bechel of Eau Galle Cheese in Durand, Wisconsin. “The nation’s labor crisis will worsen in the years ahead, and legislative action is needed now to provide the workforce that dairy businesses must have to meet

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Sen. Agard: Announces her intent to run for Senate Democratic leader

MADISON- Today, Senator Melissa Agard (D-Madison) announced her intent to run for Senate Democratic Leader. She released the following statement: “Earlier today, I delivered a letter to my Democratic colleagues outlining my intent to run for Senate Democratic Leader. Senate Democrats know that our ideas, supported by the vast majority of our friends and neighbors, can move our state forward. Wisconsinites have reaffirmed their support for these progressive policies with the re-election of Governor Evers. As the gerrymandered majority continues to ignore the will of Wisconsinites, it is incumbent on Senate Democrats to lift up the voices of the people

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WisDems: Chair Wikler on Lt. Gov. Barnes U.S. Senate campaign

MADISON, Wis. — Following Lieutenant Governor Barnes’ U.S. Senate campaign, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement: “In a race that many observers wrote off months ago, Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes soared above expectations and came within a hair’s breadth of defeating a two-term Republican incumbent in a midterm with a Democratic president. In the process, he inspired and energized voters across generation, race, and geography, helping ensure a victory in the governor’s race and prevention of Republican supermajorities in the state legislature. Working people in Wisconsin knew they had a champion on the ballot in Mandela Barnes. While Lt. Gov.

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Four Our Future: Celebrates the election of candidates who will fight for Wisconsinites’ freedoms

Madison, Wis. –  Today, For Our Future Wisconsin (FOF-WI) celebrates the victories of Governor Tony Evers, Attorney General Josh Kaul, and other Democrats down the ballot who are committed to defending Wisconsinites’ freedoms and fighting for working families. In Wisconsin, voters turned at the highest rate across the country, and they turned out to support individuals who share their values and who will fight for their rights and freedoms. “Voters across Wisconsin understood that our freedoms were at stake in this year’s midterm elections, and they took this energy with them to the ballot box as they voted for candidates

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Dept. of Public Instruction: State superintendent issues statement on 2022 general election

State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly issued the following statement today regarding the 2022 general election: “The results of this 2022 election make it clear that Wisconsin voters – parents, caregivers, teachers, first-time voters, and voters who have been participating for decades – know what is best for our children, and what is best for our state. And what is best for our state is strong support for public schools, and a rejection of divisive and hateful rhetoric. Now, it’s up to us as elected leaders to strengthen that support and build on our moral leadership with robust funding and innovative

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Marquette University: Marquette University, Penfield Children’s Center launch adaptive toy project serving children with differing abilities

MILWAUKEE — Marquette University’s Opus College of Engineering and its Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Engineering Center (OREC), Penfield Children’s Center and the Kohl’s Building Blocks Program, have launched “Inclusive Play: Toys for all,” an adaptive toy project serving children with differing abilities in Milwaukee County. The Opus College of Engineering and OREC will host the first of two adaptive toy “Build Days” on Saturday, Nov. 12, at Engineering Hall, 1637 W. Wisconsin Ave. Build Days will feature local high school students and Marquette engineering students transforming traditional toys into adaptive toys. Through a collaboration with local FIRST Robotics teams and Marquette,

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Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin: On 2022 election results

WISCONSIN–November 9, 2022–Last night’s victory was made possible by the tens of thousands of voters who turned out because they believe a woman deserves the freedom to make her own health care decisions and that includes abortion. The people have spoken and it’s time to end Wisconsin’s criminal abortion ban. This historical moment where voters were driven by their desire to restore abortion access and women’s ability to make their own health care decisions was the largest campaign outreach effort executed by PPAWI in our history.  Statement from Steven Webb, Executive Director, PPAWI“Together we must continue to use our collective

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WisDems: Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler on Attorney General Kaul’s re-election victory

MADISON, Wis. — Following Attorney General Kaul’s victory, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler has released the following statement: “The Democratic Party of Wisconsin is thrilled to congratulate Attorney General Josh Kaul on his re-election victory today—a win for public safety, the rule of law, reproductive freedom, and democracy itself.  “Attorney General Kaul tirelessly served our state during his first term, delivering on key promises for Wisconsinites—defending the will of the people in court, advancing justice for survivors of sexual assault, protecting our kids and our environment, and advocating for the resources our first responders need to keep our state safe. Voters have

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Hutton campaign: Rob Hutton wins election to the state Senate

Brookfield – Rob Hutton (R-Brookfield) released his statement on his victory to a four-year term to the State Senate today.“I am grateful for the overwhelming support from the voters in the 5th Senate District. “I am ready to lead on solutions that keep more tax dollars in the hands of

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Barnes campaign: Statement on election results

MADISON — Today, Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes, candidate for U.S. Senate, released the following statement on the results of the 2022 U.S. Senate race. “Wisconsin, I cannot thank you enough. I got into this race in July of last year because I believe that the American Dream – the one that

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Wisconsin Conservation Voters: Conservation voters play a significant role in re-electing Gov. Evers, protecting the freedom to vote

WISCONSIN – Voters across Wisconsin showed up in record numbers, with the highest voter turnout in the country, to re-elect Gov. Tony Evers and conservation champions down ballot.  Executive Director Kerry Schumann had this to say about the election night results: “Voters re-elected a governor who promised to defend our freedom

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Van Deurzen campaign: Concedes to Rep.-elect Goeben

I would like to thank everyone for all the support you have given throughout this campaign. I would not trade the experiences of the past six months for anything. We may not have succeeded in winning the election, but we ensured our voices were heard. We have all helped build

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Sen. Agard: Announces her intent to run for Senate Democratic leader

MADISON- Today, Senator Melissa Agard (D-Madison) announced her intent to run for Senate Democratic Leader. She released the following statement: “Earlier today, I delivered a letter to my Democratic colleagues outlining my intent to run for Senate Democratic Leader. Senate Democrats know that our ideas, supported by the vast majority

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WisDems: Chair Wikler on Lt. Gov. Barnes U.S. Senate campaign

MADISON, Wis. — Following Lieutenant Governor Barnes’ U.S. Senate campaign, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement: “In a race that many observers wrote off months ago, Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes soared above expectations and came within a hair’s breadth of defeating a two-term Republican incumbent in a midterm with a

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Marquette University: Marquette University, Penfield Children’s Center launch adaptive toy project serving children with differing abilities

MILWAUKEE — Marquette University’s Opus College of Engineering and its Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Engineering Center (OREC), Penfield Children’s Center and the Kohl’s Building Blocks Program, have launched “Inclusive Play: Toys for all,” an adaptive toy project serving children with differing abilities in Milwaukee County. The Opus College of Engineering and

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Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin: On 2022 election results

WISCONSIN–November 9, 2022–Last night’s victory was made possible by the tens of thousands of voters who turned out because they believe a woman deserves the freedom to make her own health care decisions and that includes abortion. The people have spoken and it’s time to end Wisconsin’s criminal abortion ban.

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WisDems: Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler on Attorney General Kaul’s re-election victory

MADISON, Wis. — Following Attorney General Kaul’s victory, Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler has released the following statement: “The Democratic Party of Wisconsin is thrilled to congratulate Attorney General Josh Kaul on his re-election victory today—a win for public safety, the rule of law, reproductive freedom, and democracy itself.  “Attorney General Kaul

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