Ben Wikler

State Superintendent Jill Underly Running as Public Education Champion

'We need people in the Legislature who will fight for public schools, too,' incumbent says.

Ben Wikler Loses Bid to Lead National Democratic Party

Minnesota's party leader Ken Martin elected next DNC chair. Wikler's record lauded.

Evers Faces Washington, April Elections Headwinds

Will governor run for reelection? Are political winds behind or against Democrats?

Wisconsin Democrats on the Inauguration of Donald Trump

Top Senate Democrat Schumer Endorses Wikler in Race for DNC Chair

Schumer's endorsement marks major boost for Wisconsin Democrat's candidacy.

Top 10 News Stories of 2024

Oh what a year it was. Here are the top 10 news stories, plus honorable mentions.

Wisconsin Democrats Celebrate the Life of President Jimmy Carter

A Christmas Gift List For State Officials

What would Tony Evers, Robin Vos, Tammy Baldwin and Ron Johnson like to get?

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Statement on Madison School Shooting

State Superintendent Underly Seeks Reelection, Faces Challenger

Her opponent is Democrat and Sauk Prairie schools superintendent Jeff Wright.

Could Ben Wikler Nationalize Wisconsin-Style Campaigning?

Wisconsin Democratic Chair seeks to become national party leader.

Wisconsin Democrats on Restoration of Collective Bargaining Rights

Wisconsin’s Ben Wikler Enters Race for DNC Chair

State chairman has helped Democrats win 7 of 10 statewide races.

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Endorses Dr. Jill Underly for Reelection as Wisconsin Superintendent of Public Instruction

The Archive as a Tool to Reimagine Racial Justice

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Endorses Judge Susan Crawford for Wisconsin Supreme Court

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Announces Sarah Abel as Executive Director

Wisconsin Democratic Party Leader In Running For National Party Chairmanship

Ben Wikler has chaired the Democratic Party of Wisconsin since 2019.

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Honors Former State Rep. Fred Kessler

Democratic Party of Wisconsin on Election Results

In Final Wisconsin Appearance, Walz Touts His Small Town Roots

Campaign still trying to find that final undecided voter, boost turnout.

Wisconsin Democrats Remember Jonathan Brostoff and Terry Witkowski

Can Harris Win Wisconsin?

Why Democrats are confident. And how the state's geography could upset expectations.

Both Parties Now Push Early Voting

Early voting now crucial in elections. How you can do it.

Trailing in Polls, Hovde, Republicans Hope For ‘Change Election’

A close examination of the campaign strategies for Wisconsin's high-profile U.S. Senate race.

Wisconsin Democrats Announce $735,000 Raised From Veep Cast Reunion Live Event

Democrats Benefit From How Republicans Weakened State’s Fundraising Laws

In first half of 2024, Wisconsin Democrats raised 10 times more than the state GOP.

Abortion Rights Proving to Be Potent Issue

It drove Democratic turnout in state in 2022. Now recast as 'freedom,' even more punch?

Sen. Tammy Baldwin, Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro Campaign in Rural Wisconsin 

Democrats can win in rural counties, 'but you have to work at it.'

Wisconsin Democrats to Host Veep Cast Reunion Hosted by Stephen Colbert

Will Western Wisconsin Shock the Nation?

Republican-held congressional district could elect Democratic challenger.

Wisconsin Democrats on Vice President Kamala Harris’ Debate Victory

Wisconsin Democrats Welcome President Biden to Western Wisconsin

Will Liberal Dane County Decide Presidential Election?

County has grown by about 43,000 since 2016, when Trump got 23% of vote.

Democrats Think Referendum Success Was A Preview of November Win

But conservatives say funding referendum's failure was a result of out-of-state spending.

Wisconsin Democrats Look Forward on DNC’s Final Night

Sen. Tammy Baldwin Stands Up for Social Security, Medicare at Democratic National Convention

Wisconsin ‘Uninstructed’ Voters Among DNC Protestors in Chicago

Pushing for Kamala Harris to take more forceful stand to end the war in Gaza.

Democrats Embrace “For the People” on First Day of Democratic National Convention

Tim Walz Surprises Wisconsin Delegation at DNC Kick-Off

Vice presidential candidate's appearance a sign of Wisconsin's importance in fall election.

‘Thou Shalt Not Forget Wisconsin,’ Haunted Democrats Declare

Hillary Clinton didn't campaign in Wisconsin and lost it. This year is a far different story.

Kamala Harris To Campaign in Milwaukee Tuesday

It will be Harris' third Wisconsin trip since President Joe Biden dropped his reelection bid.

Rebecca Cooke Wins Primary to Take on GOP Congressman Derrick Van Orden

Defeats Rep. Katrina Shankland in Democratic primary for western Wisconsin district.

Wisconsin Democrats on Tony Wied’s Primary Victory

Wisconsin Democrats Congratulate Rebecca Cooke

Wisconsin Democrats on Failure of GOP Power Grab

Can Kamala Harris Win Wisconsin?

State Democratic chair explains why Mandela Barnes lost and Harris can win.

Team Harris and Wisconsin Democrats Capitalize on Grassroots Energy Across Wisconsin with Largest-Ever Mobilization Blitz

Kamala Harris Visits Milwaukee

The new Democratic choice for president mixes a vision statement with attacks on Trump in speech to packed West Allis Central gymnasium.

Wisconsin Democrats Welcome Vice President Kamala Harris Back to Wisconsin

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Endorses Vice President Kamala Harris

Wisconsin Democrats Praise Biden, Endorse Harris

Praise for job well done by president and throwing support to Vice President.

Wisconsin’s RNC Delegates Celebrate Midwestern VP Pick

Will selection of Ohio US Senator J.D. Vance help presidential campaign in this state?

Wisconsin Democrats on Mike Pence’s Replacement

Wisconsin Political Leaders React to Assassination Attempt on Trump

Leaders condemn violence against Trump and call for country to unite

‘I’m Staying in the Race’ Says Biden At Madison Rally

Biden's fifth visit to Wisconsin this year comes on critical weekend for his campaign

Counting the Lies By Trump

The other side of his debate with Joe Biden.

Wisconsin Democrats Back Biden After Shaky Debate

State Republicans declare the president's performance shows he's unfit for the job.

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Celebrates Juneteenth

Robin Vos Faces Flak From Liberals and Conservatives

Assembly Speaker hit by liberal attack ad while fighting new recall attempt from the right.

Wisconsin Democrats Rally Around High Stakes 2024 Election

But state convention shows division, protest against Baldwin on Israel-Palestine issue.

Wisconsin Democrats Running Candidates In All But Two Races

A multi-decade high. But will it matter to their electoral prospects?

Wisconsin Democrats Celebrate Pride Month

Wisconsin Democrats Welcome First Lady Jill Biden Back to Wisconsin

Illinois Governor is Headliner at Wisconsin Democratic Party Convention

JB Pritzker will give the keynote address in Milwaukee next weekend.

Ron Johnson Calls on GOP to Set Aside ‘Squabbles’ on Abortion

Republicans at annual convention endorse Hovde, worry about new legislative maps.

Assembly Democratic Leader Says Party Can Win Majority

Greta Neubauer says Democrats will spend big in fall election for newly-drawn districts.

Parties Target 5 State Senate Seats With No Incumbent

More competitive races will mean fierce battles and huge spending.

Campaigns Will Spend ‘Hundreds of Millions’ in Wisconsin, Party Chairs Say

Republican chair pledges to use all tactics that are legal, including early voting.

Voters Throw Shade on Biden, Trump

Nearly 180,000 primary voters refused to vote for either. What's does that mean for Wisconsin?

Wisconsin Democrats on Spring Election Results

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler Slams Trump’s Attacks on Health Care on ACA Anniversary

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Statement on Third Anniversary of American Rescue Plan

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Statement on President Biden’s State of the Union Address

MAGA Wisconsin GOP Pushed to Restrict IVF Access, Reproductive Freedom

Democrats Optimistic About New Voting Maps

'This is a sea change in Wisconsin politics.'

Parties Seek New Candidates in New Districts

New state legislative maps means races are the fairest and most wide open in 12 years.

Wisconsin Democrats Announce 2024 State Convention

Wisconsin Democrats on Enactment of New Legislative Maps

Biden Jobs Boom Keeps Boosting Wisconsin

Wisconsin Democrats Celebrate Black History Month

Democrats Crushing GOP in Fundraising

A 4-1 edge for state Democratic party last year, the biggest ever. And they have Scott Walker and Republicans to thank.

Wisconsin Democrats Welcome President Biden to Superior

Wisconsin Democrats Applaud Governor Evers’ State of the State Address

2024 Political Calendar Is Jam Packed

Lots of deadlines and dates culminating in presidential election where Wisconsin's vote could be crucial.

Wisconsin Democrats on the Passing of Senator Herb Kohl

Wisconsin Democrats Renew Call for Removal of Bob Spindell

Schimel Could Be Potent Supreme Court Candidate

He's run up big election totals in key counties and statewide running for attorney general.

Former Attorney General Brad Schimel Running For Wisconsin Supreme Court

Schimel, a Republican, enters 2025 race where conservatives hope to take back control of court.

Wisconsin Democrats on 2025 Wisconsin Supreme Court Race

Tammy Baldwin Could Still Face 2024 Challenger, Party Leaders Say

They point to Ron Johnson's surprise run in 2010. GOP hopes for well-funded challenger.

Less Than A Year Now Until Several High Stakes Elections

Campaigns are ramping up in anticipation of November 2024 election.

Republican Bullying Isn’t Working

Tactic is backfiring as Democrats and public officials resist.

Vos Says Impeaching Janet Protasiewicz Still An Option

Two former justices advised Assembly Speaker not to pursue it.

Wisconsin Democrats on GOP Impeachment Threats