In their only debate before Tuesday’s election, judges Maria Lazar and Chris Taylor sought to paint the other as extreme.
Election 2026
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Wisconsin Supreme Court race pivotal for future election policy
The winning candidate could preside over cases ranging from noncitizen voting to 2028 presidential election disputes.
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Two judges, two paths: Here’s what sets the Wisconsin Supreme Court candidates apart
The differences between Maria Lazar and Chris Taylor come through in their backgrounds and during interviews on the campaign trail.
Posted inCommunity, Education
A 400-year veto, $1 billion in referendums and now a lawsuit: School districts demand more funding
In April, 72 districts are asking voters to approve more local K-12 funding even as a record 60% say they want lower taxes.
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In Wisconsin governor’s race, Democrats have a range of options with no clear front-runner
Recent fundraising reports and last week’s first major forum show a primary race still in flux.
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Mandela Barnes called early Democratic front-runner, but Wisconsin governor’s race could be ‘wide open’
Strategists and party operatives don’t expect the field to clear for the former lieutenant governor.
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Former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes is running for governor. Here are 7 related claims we checked … and the facts
During his run for U.S. Senate in 2022, Wisconsin Watch checked claims about the Democrat’s position on defunding the police, immigration and abortion.
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Here’s why Wisconsin Republican lawmakers pass bills they know Gov. Tony Evers will veto
Immigration is a top concern among Republicans, and putting Democratic votes on the record is likely a strategy heading into an election year.
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5 things to watch over the next year as Wisconsin’s election cycle begins
Wisconsin voters will decide the state’s future direction in pivotal elections next year. Here are storylines Wisconsin Watch is following heading into 2026.
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Wisconsin’s redistricting fight isn’t over, but will new maps be drawn in time for 2026 election?
Attorneys who filed redistricting lawsuits are staring down a short window before nomination papers are due in June.