MADISON, Wis. — Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement celebrating Green Bay Mayor Eric Genrich’s reelection victory: “All of us at the Democratic Party of Wisconsin congratulate Mayor Eric Genrich on his enormous win tonight, a hard-earned reelection victory that represents a triumph for the flourishing of democracy in the Badger State.  “Ever since Mayor Genrich oversaw the free and fair election in 2020, he has been the target of an unrelenting and at times frightening campaign of disinformation, lies, character assassination, and threats by Big Lie conspiracists. He has never wavered in his commitment to

MADISON, Wis. — Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement congratulating Racine Mayor Cory Mason on his reelection victory: “Racine Mayor Cory Mason’s reelection victory is a win for Wisconsin’s fifth-largest city, and a triumph for democracy in Wisconsin. Despite years of relentless attacks from MAGA extremists bent on denying and overturning the 2020 results, Racine voters cast their ballots to reelect a mayor who believes in free and fair elections, reproductive freedom, and public investments to build a strong, just, and safe community.  “Cory Mason’s win ensures that progress in Racine can continue. Voters rejected an

Tuesday’s election of Judge Janet Protasiewicz to the Wisconsin State Supreme Court and down-ballot victories across the state reflect the nationwide resurgence of worker power and the determination and tenacity of SEIU members in Wisconsin.  “After 15 years of conservative control of the Supreme Court, working people elected a judge who will respect the freedoms of all Wisconsinites, no matter how much money we have, our gender, or the color of our skin,” said Louis Davis, executive director of SEIU Wisconsin.  “Working people won despite racist efforts to suppress our votes including the plan to decrease turnout in the overwhelmingly

Milwaukee, Wis. — The Milwaukee chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America is thrilled to congratulate Missy Zombor on winning her race for Milwaukee Public School Board Citywide seat. “This shows that a socialist candidate who unapologetically supports public education, workers’ rights, and the dignity of all Milwaukee students and their families can run and win in a competitive race,” Milwaukee DSA Co-Chair Anna Dvorak said. “Missy’s campaign had a lot of support from organized labor, for good reason,” Milwaukee DSA Co-Chair Alex Brower said. “In Missy, Milwaukee students and educators will have a champion for public education who won’t sell

Madison, Wisconsin, April 4 – 350 Wisconsin Action is pleased that Wisconsinites made their voices heard and voted to elect Climate Champion Judge Janet Protasiewicz to the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Protasiewicz has demonstrated a commitment to protecting the right to fair elections, a livable environment, and a just, equitable future for all. Going forward, the grassroots climate justice organization looks forward to keeping climate and justice as active parts of the political conversation through the 2024 elections.  John Greenler, Executive Director of 350 Wisconsin Action, says, “It is no secret that Wisconsin’s 2023 Supreme Court election was going to be

MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Tonight, Wisconsinites across the state voted for Judge Janet Protasiewicz to be their next justice on the Wisconsin Supreme Court.  Justice-elect Protasiewicz delivered remarks to supporters at Saint Kate hotel in Milwaukee this evening.  Below are excerpts of Judge Janet’s remarks, as prepared for delivery: Wisconsin! We did it! Thank you all for being here tonight to ring in this victory! Today’s results have been over a year in the making, and I could not have done it without the hard work and dedication of all of you here and countless others.  Just over a year ago I

From Justice Daniel Kelly  A hundred thousand thanks, as the Irish say, to all those who tirelessly worked to preserve the rule of law and our constitution through this campaign. Your passion for maintaining your liberties was inspiring and impressive. I will never forget your commitment to these foundational principles. But tonight, I am disappointed to learn that those who wish to maintain our constitutional order are in the minority of voters. Judicial campaigns are supposed to be about constitutional principles and legal scholarship, which has been the focus of my conversations with the people of Wisconsin. Unfortunately, my opponent

MILWAUKEE, WI — Tonight, after a hard-fought campaign, Missy Zombor celebrated victory in the election for the citywide seat on the Milwaukee Public School Board. Missy’s campaign focused on the power of public schools, their importance to local communities, and the need for a democratically elected school board. Her win demonstrates the strong support from Milwaukee voters for these values. In a statement, Missy Zombor expressed her gratitude and commitment to the MPS community: “I am honored and humbled by tonight’s results, and I cannot wait to get started as the City of Milwaukee’s next citywide school board director. Tonight,

MADISON, Wis. —Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler released the following statement congratulating Justice-elect Janet Protasiewicz on her victory in the race for Wisconsin Supreme Court: “They thought they could break democracy in Wisconsin so completely that they could rip away basic rights from half the population. The voter uprising that delivered the Supreme Court victory for Janet Protasiewicz proved them wrong. The resurrection of democracy and freedom in Wisconsin has begun.  “We’re profoundly grateful to Justice-elect Janet Protasiewicz for all that she brought to this race: integrity, compassion, perseverance, and vision. She has richly earned her ten-year term, which,

MILWAUKEE – Tonight the AP has projected that Janet Protasiewicz has been elected to serve as the next justice for the state Supreme Court. ACLU of Wisconsin Executive Director Dr. Melinda Brennan released the following statement: “It is fantastic to see that so many voters have made their voices heard in this vital state Supreme Court election. The ACLU of Wisconsin and the ACLU worked tirelessly to inform Wisconsinites about the critical role the court plays in shaping our civil rights and civil liberties through a $900,000 radio advertising program, and through direct mail and grassroots organizing. And, judging by

MADISON, Wis. — This election season, Wisconsin voters stood with and for each other, making our voices heard on the issues that matter most to us while resoundingly rejecting attempts to divide us from right-wing extremists statewide. On Tuesday, voters decided that Wisconsin deserves a common sense state Supreme Court that will ensure our rights are protected. The following are the statements of Chris Walloch, A Better Wisconsin Together Executive Director: “Wisconsinites have spoken and together, our votes decided that Wisconsin needs leaders who will protect our freedoms while rejecting the politics of fear and division. “We chose common sense, progress

WASHINGTON – In response to tonight’s election results in Wisconsin, Jewish Dems said the following: “Mazel Tov to Judge Protasiewicz on her historic victory tonight in Wisconsin! Wisconsin’s Supreme Court will decide critical matters in the near future. We are proud of the role we played in protecting democracy & our freedoms in Wisconsin.” (See Tweet) “We want to extend a massive Yasher Koach to Ben Wikler for his tireless leadership of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin. He is central to Judge Protasiewicz’s win tonight, and our Jewish Dems community could not be more grateful.” (See Tweet) “Over the past

Washington, D.C. – Today, Eric H. Holder, Jr., the 82nd Attorney General of the United States and Chairman of the National Democratic Redistricting Committee (NDRC), released the following statement in response to the Wisconsin Supreme Court election results:  “When the people are able to participate in the democratic process, they have the power to protect democracy and deliver real change. That occurred tonight. When Republicans tried to place an unqualified MAGA extremist on Wisconsin’s highest tribunal, the voters went to the polls and soundly rejected this attempt to weaken our system of checks and balances. As a result, the Wisconsin

DGA Chair Gov. Phil Murphy released the following statement on the results of the Wisconsin Supreme Court race:  “Congratulations to Judge Janet Protasiewicz on her win in this deeply important Wisconsin Supreme Court election. This victory is not only a big win for reproductive rights and our democracy, but also a clear message that MAGA candidates who want to strip away our freedoms with extreme bans and attack free and fair elections are going to continue to pay the price at the ballot box.  “The DGA and Democratic governors like Gov. Tony Evers have proven we can win in swing