Ben Brist

The Slippery Ethics of Bob Donovan

Shadowed by questions, the Assembly Republican and former alderman keeps winning.

6 Districts Will Decide Which Party Controls Wisconsin Assembly

Republicans have had a majority since 2011. Democrats must flip 5 seats to take control.

Embattled Republican Incumbent Bob Donovan Dodges Candidate Forum

New Maps Make Wisconsin Legislature A True Tossup For Both Parties

For the first time since 2010, Democrats and Republicans both see paths to majorities in Madison.

Army Veteran Brist Wins Primary, Will Challenge Rep. Bob Donovan

Ben Brist advances from three-way primary for Democratic nomination in District 61.

Democrats, Dark Money Group Fund Primary Against Ortiz-Velez

Democratic primary battle comes as party eyes control of Assembly.

Ben Brist Responds to GOP Meddling and Attempts to Defeat Him in AD-61 Primary

“They know I’m the Democrat who will beat Bob Donovan,” says Brist, about efforts to defeat him.

Legislative Primaries to Watch in August Elections

Key primary races could help decide which party controls both the state Assembly and Senate.

Army Veteran Ben Brist Announces Campaign for Wisconsin’s 61st Assembly District