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The Wisconsin Progressive Voters Guide compiles the information that allows you to make informed decisions about the races on your ballot, based on your values. Absentee ballots must be received by your municipal clerk by Tuesday, November 5 at 8PM. Vote in every race on your ballot, then share this guide with your friends and family!
State Senator, District 28
Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below State Senate races on your ballot.
Megan Lach is a southeastern Wisconsin native who was moved to run for Senate by her experiences as a woman navigating the political landscape. She brings a passion for equity and justice to the campaign, strongly supporting investments in high-quality public schools, protecting reproductive rights, and ensuring families have access to affordable childcare. She is a single mother who has experience in a broad range of industries, which helps her identify with the different struggles that many Wisconsinites face. Lach faces Senator Julian Bradley, a staunch conservative who has been endorsed by an extreme anti-abortion group that opposes reproductive freedom even in cases where the pregnant person’s life is at risk. Megan Lach is the clear progressive choice in this race.
Megan Lach is a southeastern Wisconsin native who was moved to run for Senate by her experiences as a woman navigating the political landscape. She brings a passion for equity and justice to the campaign, strongly supporting investments in high-quality public schools, protecting reproductive rights, and ensuring families have access to affordable childcare. She is a single mother who has experience in a broad range of industries, which helps her identify with the different struggles that many Wisconsinites face. Lach faces Senator Julian Bradley, a staunch conservative who has been endorsed by an extreme anti-abortion group that opposes reproductive freedom even in cases where the pregnant person’s life is at risk. Megan Lach is the clear progressive choice in this race.
State Assembly
Representative, District 32
Michael Dhindsa has declared job creation to be his number one priority if elected to the Legislature. He also plans to fight for increased K-12 education funding, healthcare access, and environmental stability. Dhindsa believes his youth will be an important asset to bringing new perspectives to the statehouse, and has vowed to meet regularly with constituents. Dhindsa is opposed by Republican Representative Amanda Nedweski, who has been endorsed by an anti-abortion group seeking to ban the procedure even in cases of rape or incest. Michael Dhindsa is the progressive choice in this race.
Michael Dhindsa has declared job creation to be his number one priority if elected to the Legislature. He also plans to fight for increased K-12 education funding, healthcare access, and environmental stability. Dhindsa believes his youth will be an important asset to bringing new perspectives to the statehouse, and has vowed to meet regularly with constituents. Dhindsa is opposed by Republican Representative Amanda Nedweski, who has been endorsed by an anti-abortion group seeking to ban the procedure even in cases of rape or incest. Michael Dhindsa is the progressive choice in this race.
Representative, District 33
Al Kupsik is a former mayor of Lake Geneva. He has previously run for legislative office, but campaign and social media information for this race is minimal. He is challenging Republican Assembly Speaker Robin Vos, who has been endorsed by extreme organizations seeking to ban abortion entirely in Wisconsin. Given his prior policy positions, Al Kupsik is the more progressive choice in this race.
Al Kupsik is a former mayor of Lake Geneva. He has previously run for legislative office, but campaign and social media information for this race is minimal. He is challenging Republican Assembly Speaker Robin Vos, who has been endorsed by extreme organizations seeking to ban abortion entirely in Wisconsin. Given his prior policy positions, Al Kupsik is the more progressive choice in this race.
Representative, District 61
LuAnn Bird is a former school board member and education professional, former League of Women Voters director, and former nonprofit development professional who is running for the 61st Assembly District to continue using her skills and experience to serve her community. Bringing enthusiasm and determination to every challenge she faces, Bird's top priorities in the Assembly would include working to restore faith in our democracy and ensuring all eligible voters - including voters with disabilities - can vote, addressing the challenge of rising costs, restoring reproductive freedom for all Wisconsinites, working toward safer schools and public spaces, and addressing mental health needs in our community. As a grandmother of three, mother of two, and wife of a Vietnam veteran who has been paralyzed for 32 years, Bird knows that the policy decisions made in the State Capitol have a real life impact on Wisconsin families. She is challenging Republican Representative Bob Donovan, who has previously been endorsed by one of Wisconsin’s most extreme anti-abortion groups. LuAnn Bird is the progressive choice in this race.
LuAnn Bird is a former school board member and education professional, former League of Women Voters director, and former nonprofit development professional who is running for the 61st Assembly District to continue using her skills and experience to serve her community. Bringing enthusiasm and determination to every challenge she faces, Bird's top priorities in the Assembly would include working to restore faith in our democracy and ensuring all eligible voters - including voters with disabilities - can vote, addressing the challenge of rising costs, restoring reproductive freedom for all Wisconsinites, working toward safer schools and public spaces, and addressing mental health needs in our community. As a grandmother of three, mother of two, and wife of a Vietnam veteran who has been paralyzed for 32 years, Bird knows that the policy decisions made in the State Capitol have a real life impact on Wisconsin families. She is challenging Republican Representative Bob Donovan, who has previously been endorsed by one of Wisconsin’s most extreme anti-abortion groups. LuAnn Bird is the progressive choice in this race.
Representative, District 62
Veteran public school teacher, granddaughter of migrant workers, and Racine-area native Angelina Cruz understands the struggles of working families today. She knows from her experience in the classroom that Wisconsin’s public schools cannot continue to be underfunded. Currently serving as president of Racine Educators United, Cruz is also a passionate advocate for workers’ rights and LGBTQ+ freedom. Angelina Cruz is unopposed in this race and is the progressive choice.
Veteran public school teacher, granddaughter of migrant workers, and Racine-area native Angelina Cruz understands the struggles of working families today. She knows from her experience in the classroom that Wisconsin’s public schools cannot continue to be underfunded. Currently serving as president of Racine Educators United, Cruz is also a passionate advocate for workers’ rights and LGBTQ+ freedom. Angelina Cruz is unopposed in this race and is the progressive choice.
Representative, District 63
Unfortunately, there is no progressive choice in this race.
Unfortunately, there is no progressive choice in this race.
Representative, District 84
Zachary Roper has minimal campaign or social media presence. He is challenging Republican Representative Chuck Wichgers, who has earned a 100% rating from a group opposed to all abortion without exception and also opposes same-sex marriage. While Roper’s specific policy positions are unknown, Wichgers’ extreme conservatism makes Roper the likely progressive choice in this race.
Zachary Roper has minimal campaign or social media presence. He is challenging Republican Representative Chuck Wichgers, who has earned a 100% rating from a group opposed to all abortion without exception and also opposes same-sex marriage. While Roper’s specific policy positions are unknown, Wichgers’ extreme conservatism makes Roper the likely progressive choice in this race.