Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes

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More Members of Law Enforcement Endorse Mandela Barnes for U.S. Senate
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More Members of Law Enforcement Endorse Mandela Barnes for U.S. Senate

WATCH: Mandela Barnes’ Plans on Public Safety

Mandela Barnes Statement on Protecting Abortion in the United States
Mandela Barnes Raises Over $1.7 Million in Q1 of 2022 With Average Donation Under $40
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Mandela Barnes Raises Over $1.7 Million in Q1 of 2022 With Average Donation Under $40

Since Launching Mandela Has Raised Over $4 Million With Nearly 93,000 Individual Donations

Under Fire, Ron Johnson Tries to Rewrite His Affordable Care Act Record
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Under Fire, Ron Johnson Tries to Rewrite His Affordable Care Act Record

In One Day, Johnson Embraces — Then Tries to Backtrack — On Promise to Rip Health Care from 32 Million

Statement on Ron Johnson Endorsing GOP Plan to Raise Taxes on Half of Americans
Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes Blasts Ron Johnson for Supporting Oshkosh Defense’s Effort to Deny 1,000 Jobs to Wisconsin Workers
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Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes Blasts Ron Johnson for Supporting Oshkosh Defense’s Effort to Deny 1,000 Jobs to Wisconsin Workers

As Oshkosh Defense Tries to Deny 1,000 Good-Paying Jobs For Wisconsinites, Ron Johnson Says “It's not like we don't have enough jobs here in Wisconsin”

Ron Johnson Dramatically Underperforms in First Finance Report Since Announcing for Reelection
Mandela Barnes Statement on the Retirement of Justice Stephen Breyer
Wausau Mayor Katie Rosenberg Endorses Mandela Barnes for U.S. Senate
Mandela Barnes Raises Over $1.23 Million in Q4 With Average Donation Under $50
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Mandela Barnes Raises Over $1.23 Million in Q4 With Average Donation Under $50

Since Launching Mandela Has Raised Over $2.3 Million With Nearly 50,000 Individual Donations

Mandela Barnes Statement on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Ron Johnson’s Definition of a “Good Job”
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Ron Johnson’s Definition of a “Good Job”

 

Mandela Barnes Statement on Ron Johnson Breaking His Word and Running For a 3rd Term
Mandela Barnes Earns Over 100 Endorsements from Wisconsin Elected Officials in Race for U.S. Senate
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Mandela Barnes Earns Over 100 Endorsements from Wisconsin Elected Officials in Race for U.S. Senate

Barnes Has Built an Unparalleled Statewide Coalition to Defeat Ron Johnson

Barnes Blasts Ron Johnson for “Praying” for “Gridlock” in Washington
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Barnes Blasts Ron Johnson for “Praying” for “Gridlock” in Washington

Johnson gaffes, tells Fox News that he hopes and prays for gridlock on critical legislation

Eighteen Milwaukee Local Elected Officials Endorse Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes for U.S. Senate
Native Rights Trailblazer Ada Deer Endorses Mandela Barnes for United States Senate
STATEMENT: Lt. Gov. Barnes Blasts Johnson Over Tax Giveaways to His Wealthy Donors
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STATEMENT: Lt. Gov. Barnes Blasts Johnson Over Tax Giveaways to His Wealthy Donors

Bombshell Pro Publica Report Reveals Johnson Personally Ensured His Ultra-Wealthy Donors Would Reap Huge Benefits from Trump Tax Scam

Lt. Gov. Barnes Applauds President Biden for Rejoining the Paris Agreement Among Other Day One Climate Actions
Lt. Gov. Barnes Delivers Democratic Radio Address on the Release of the Climate Change Task Force Report
Task Force on Climate Change Releases Report Including Over 50 Strategies to Begin Addressing the Climate Crisis
Lt. Gov. Barnes Delivers Democratic Radio Address Thanking Wisconsinites for Masking Up
Governor’s Task Force on Climate Change Calls for Public Input
Lt. Gov. Barnes Delivers Democratic Radio Address on the Killing of George Floyd
Lt. Gov. Barnes’ Statement on Death of George Floyd
Lt. Gov. Barnes Issues Statement on State of the Tribes Address
Mandela Barnes Statement on August 14 Primary Election results
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Mandela Barnes Statement on August 14 Primary Election results

“It is absolutely essential that we unify for the common good”

State Rep. Peter Barca endorses Mandela Barnes for Lt. Governor
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State Rep. Peter Barca endorses Mandela Barnes for Lt. Governor

Becomes the 30th legislative Democrat to endorse Barnes in 2018

SEIU Wisconsin State Council endorses Mandela Barnes for Lt. Governor
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SEIU Wisconsin State Council endorses Mandela Barnes for Lt. Governor

The SEIU Wisconsin State Council endorsement is the latest in a string of support for the Mandela Barnes campaign.

2018 WI Supreme Court candidate Tim Burns endorses Mandela Barnes for Lt. Governor
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2018 WI Supreme Court candidate Tim Burns endorses Mandela Barnes for Lt. Governor

Burns joins an impressive list of leaders and organizations endorsing Mandela.

Mandela Barnes Wins 2018 DPW Convention Straw Poll with 80.9% of the Vote
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Mandela Barnes Wins 2018 DPW Convention Straw Poll with 80.9% of the Vote

In the Lieutenant Governor category, Mandela Barnes emerged victorious with 80.9% of the vote in the 2-way primary, earning 617 out of 763 total votes.

PFAW’s Next Up Victory Fund Endorses Mandela Barnes for Lieutenant Governor
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PFAW’s Next Up Victory Fund Endorses Mandela Barnes for Lieutenant Governor

Barnes the lone Wisconsin Candidate to receive the progressive group’s endorsement in 2018

Democracy for America (DFA) endorses Mandela Barnes for Lieutenant Governor
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Democracy for America (DFA) endorses Mandela Barnes for Lieutenant Governor

Barnes joins Sen. Tammy Baldwin and Randy Bryce as the only Wisconsin candidates to receive the progressive group’s endorsement in 2018

The Collective PAC Endorses Mandela Barnes for Lieutenant Governor
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The Collective PAC Endorses Mandela Barnes for Lieutenant Governor

Barnes is one of just 9 statewide candidates across the country to receive their endorsement, and the only candidate from Wisconsin

Iron Workers Union Local 8 endorses Mandela Barnes for Lieutenant Governor
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Iron Workers Union Local 8 endorses Mandela Barnes for Lieutenant Governor

Union represents Iron Workers in Wisconsin and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula

Mandela Barnes named Mom’s Demand Action “Gunsense Candidate of Distinction”
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Mandela Barnes named Mom’s Demand Action “Gunsense Candidate of Distinction”

Democratic candidate for Lieutenant Governor to participate in National “March for our Lives” this Saturday, March 24th in Milwaukee

Communications Workers of America (CWA) Endorse Mandela Barnes for Lieutenant Governor
Barnes Campaign: Endorses Randy Bryce for Congress
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Barnes Campaign: Endorses Randy Bryce for Congress

Will speak at Saturday rally in Racine

Mandela Barnes hires Justin Bielinski as Campaign Manager in race for Lieutenant Governor
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Mandela Barnes hires Justin Bielinski as Campaign Manager in race for Lieutenant Governor

"I'm excited that he's on board."

Mandela Barnes to Make Campaign Stops in Northwestern Wisconsin
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Mandela Barnes to Make Campaign Stops in Northwestern Wisconsin

“Special election, special opportunity”

Mandela Barnes Announces Run for Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor
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Mandela Barnes Announces Run for Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor

“Expanding Opportunity”

Op Ed: Too Many Young People Leaving Wisconsin
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Too Many Young People Leaving Wisconsin

So how can we make this state a place of opportunity?

Mandela Barnes Announces Key Community Endorsements
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Mandela Barnes Announces Key Community Endorsements

Key Community Leaders and More Progressive Organizations Endorse New Leadership They Can Count On

Mandela Barnes Announces Major Wave of Endorsements
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Mandela Barnes Announces Major Wave of Endorsements

Key Progressive Organizations Endorse New Leadership They Can Count On

The Burden is Undue
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The Burden is Undue

SCOTUS Upholds Every Woman’s Fundamental Right to Safe, Legal Abortion

WI GOP Rep. Calls President Obama Racist and Lectures Black Legislator on Black Existence in Milwaukee
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WI GOP Rep. Calls President Obama Racist and Lectures Black Legislator on Black Existence in Milwaukee

"Rep. Kremer has repeatedly used his position of power as a state legislator to attack poor people, LGBTQ+ people, and people of color."

Rep. Barnes Statement on Donald Trump Style Fear Mongering by GOP Legislator
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Rep. Barnes Statement on Donald Trump Style Fear Mongering by GOP Legislator

“Wisconsin Republicans have long ignored the real work and efforts by legislators and community members in Milwaukee to address the root causes of criminal activity.”

Rep. Barnes Invited to White House Gun Violence Prevention Convening
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Rep. Barnes Invited to White House Gun Violence Prevention Convening

“In Milwaukee, innocent lives continue to be lost to violent shootings at a shockingly record pace, and elected officials across our state and our nation continue to turn a blind eye to this heartbreaking problem.”

Rep. Barnes Selected as One of Nation’s Top Pro-Growth Progressive Leaders
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Rep. Barnes Selected as One of Nation’s Top Pro-Growth Progressive Leaders

“I look forward to sharing ideas with my fellow NewDEAL Leaders, hearing about what is working best in their communities, and replicating that progressive growth here in Wisconsin.”

Mandela Barnes Announces Run for Wisconsin State Senate
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Mandela Barnes Announces Run for Wisconsin State Senate

“Over the next several months, I look forward to talking with families about their values and priorities as I work to earn their trust and support for State Senator.”

Rep. Barnes Calls for AG Schimel to Investigate Walker Cover-Up of Systemic Abuses at State Facility
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Rep. Barnes Calls for AG Schimel to Investigate Walker Cover-Up of Systemic Abuses at State Facility

“Media reports have revealed that Governor Walker and his top aides knew about the serious allegations at Lincoln Hills for four whole years...”

Recognizing the importance of Latinos and immigrants to our society
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Recognizing the importance of Latinos and immigrants to our society

“As Legislative Republicans move forward with cynical anti-immigrant legislation stigmatizing thousands of our neighbors because of their race, they further clarify that the GOP takes pride in their dismal approval numbers among non-whites.”

Rep. Barnes Statement on Walker’s DOC Secretary Resignation
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Rep. Barnes Statement on Walker’s DOC Secretary Resignation

“It is time for Governor Walker to own up to his failures, apologize for the harm he caused our youth and families, and provide real solutions to the long-standing problems within our corrections system.”

Rep. Barnes Welcomes Janan Atta Najeeb to the Wisconsin State Assembly
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Rep. Barnes Welcomes Janan Atta Najeeb to the Wisconsin State Assembly

She is the first Muslim woman to ever lead the Wisconsin State Assembly in prayer.

Rep. Barnes Honors Brenda Wesley with Wisconsin State Assembly “Hometown Hero” Award
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Rep. Barnes Honors Brenda Wesley with Wisconsin State Assembly “Hometown Hero” Award

She left her work in corporate America in order to advocate for those without a voice.

Rep. Barnes Renews Call for Hearing on Alleged Abuses and Mismanagement at State Facility
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Rep. Barnes Renews Call for Hearing on Alleged Abuses and Mismanagement at State Facility

“For far too long, the safety and security of youth, staff, and other individuals in facilities like Lincoln Hills have been jeopardized by the mismanagement of Gov. Walker...”

Rep. Barnes Applauds President Obama’s Efforts to Curb Gun Violence
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Rep. Barnes Applauds President Obama’s Efforts to Curb Gun Violence

“Just in Milwaukee alone, we had 125 gun-related homicides last year, and we already have one homicide in the first days of 2016.”

Rep. Barnes and Rep. Goyke Statement on Visit to Lincoln Hills School for Boys and Copper Lake School for Girls Facility
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Rep. Barnes and Rep. Goyke Statement on Visit to Lincoln Hills School for Boys and Copper Lake School for Girls Facility

“Unfortunately, it has come to state and federal investigations to showcase how yet another piece of our state has spiraled out of control under the watch of Gov. Walker and legislative Republicans,” said Rep. Barnes.

Time to Shed Light on Alleged Abuse at State Facility
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Time to Shed Light on Alleged Abuse at State Facility

“I continue to be shocked by the appalling allegations of cruel, unjust, and potentially criminal behavior at the Lincoln Hills School for Boys and Copper Lake School for Girls facility.”

Rep. Barnes Statement on Lincoln Hills Investigation
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Rep. Barnes Statement on Lincoln Hills Investigation

“I am shocked by the horrific allegations of cruel, unjust, and potentially criminal behavior at the Lincoln Hills School for Boys.”

Rep. Barnes, Other Wisconsin Legislators Urge Executive Action from President Obama to Prevent Gun Violence
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Rep. Barnes, Other Wisconsin Legislators Urge Executive Action from President Obama to Prevent Gun Violence

“Our thoughts and prayers are not enough – our communities need real and immediate action to prevent the scourge of gun violence from spreading any further.”

Rep. Barnes to Gov. Walker – Help Milwaukee Avoid Hunger Crisis
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Rep. Barnes to Gov. Walker – Help Milwaukee Avoid Hunger Crisis

2,700 Milwaukee residents affected each month by failed service model

Wisconsinites Deserve Safety and Security in the State Capitol and Their Community
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Wisconsinites Deserve Safety and Security in the State Capitol and Their Community

Rep Barnes released the following statement regarding the claim that a state lawmaker with a concealed weapon permit brandished his handgun in front of visitors to his Capitol office.

GOP Pushes Door Open Further for Cronyism and Corruption
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GOP Pushes Door Open Further for Cronyism and Corruption

"It is simply astonishing how dead-set they are on allowing cronyism and corruption to infiltrate our government..."

GOP Declares Wisconsin Open for Corruption
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GOP Declares Wisconsin Open for Corruption

“Unfortunately, this is just yet another example of the sustained assault on Wisconsin communities...”

Rep. Barnes Demands Release of Promised Resources for Milwaukee Gun Violence Reduction
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Rep. Barnes Demands Release of Promised Resources for Milwaukee Gun Violence Reduction

“As elected officials, we have a duty to keep our communities as safe and secure as possible from gun violence.”

Rep. Barnes Statement on Passing of Marty Beil
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Rep. Barnes Statement on Passing of Marty Beil

“Marty’s legacy will live on through continued efforts to empower Wisconsin’s families through worker and social justice.”

Wisconsin Republicans Double Down on Betrayal of Wisconsin Women
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Wisconsin Republicans Double Down on Betrayal of Wisconsin Women

“...Wisconsin Republicans’ campaign to attack and betray Wisconsin women remains a very clear and present danger to Wisconsin families.”

Rep. Barnes Statement on Milwaukee Bucks Arena Project Vote
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Rep. Barnes Statement on Milwaukee Bucks Arena Project Vote

“I will continue to work to ensure that this project will be a catalytic, once-in-a-generation opportunity for the city of Milwaukee and its families.”

Rep. Barnes Statement on Gun Violence Prevention Legislation
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Rep. Barnes Statement on Gun Violence Prevention Legislation

As elected officials, we have a duty to keep our communities safe and secure from gun violence. However, innocent lives are being lost to violent shootings on our streets, and our state’s leaders continue to turn a blind eye to a growing epidemic of gun violence.

Op-Ed: American Dream Blocked For Black Youth
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American Dream Blocked For Black Youth

Rep. Mandela Barnes offers his plan to address Wisconsin's racial disparities.