Kelda Roys

From Canceling Thanksgiving To Calling It Her Favorite Holiday

Francesca Hong recalibrates her online persona as Republicans seize on years-old tweets.

With Evers And Moore Behind Him, Crowley Tries To Flip The Script

Backed by key Democrats, the Milwaukee County executive still trails Hong but says he has enough time.

Most Republicans Support Raising the Minimum Wage

Why don't Republican politicians like Tom Tiffany and Wisconsin legislators?

Crowley Gains Support as Hong Confronts Social Media Controversy

Hong defending her past statements as Crowley is gaining late momentum.

Crowley Outraises Hong in July, Despite Briefly Leaving Race for Governor

Crowley raised $776,000, compared to $339,000 for Hong. Tiffany was far ahead of both.

Crowley Is Only One Who Could Beat Hong

It’s a two-person race. Can the county executive make up the gap in one week?

Why Madison Suburb of DeForest Shot Down $12 Billion Data Center Project

No developer had offered such wide-ranging community investments and protections. Yet it was rejected.

Roys Raises $130k in Pre-Primary Period, $200k in July

Journal Sentinel Story on Mandela Barnes Is Irresponsible

No proof of 'inappropriate behavior.' Editor Greg Borowski owes readers an explanation.

Swing Voter Project: Poll Shows Roys Support Surges in Post-Debate Survey of Undecided Voters

Barnes Drops Out of Race for Governor

Former lieutenant governor drops out after disappointing Marquette Poll, calls for party unity.

Mainstream Democrats Pin Hopes on David Crowley’s Reboot Campaign for Governor

A revived campaign with Gov. Evers backing as mainstream alternative to frontrunner Francesca Hong.

Crowley Was Weakest in Democratic Governor Debate

And Hong looked inexperienced at times. Which candidates were the strongest?

Hong Leads Democratic Primary for Governor Once Again in New Marquette Poll

38% support Hong, 16% support Barnes, 7% support Crowley.

Democratic Candidates for WI Governor Mostly Agree, Avoid Attacks in Debate

Most agree not to cut police funding, to reduce the voucher program and better regulate data centers.

Roys Continues Fight for Workers

New Poll Finds Francesca Hong Far Ahead in Democratic Primary for Governor

State Navigate poll finds she is ahead by 29% over Crowley and 30% over Barnes.

New Poll: Francesca Hong Holds Commanding Lead in Wisconsin Democratic Governor Primary

Survey shows Hong at 44 percent with two weeks to go after election shake-up

Madison Police Killing Will Shake Up Democratic Race for Governor

The issue will drive election turnout, help and hurt Hong. How will it impact other candidates?

What Explains Evers Endorsement of David Crowley for Governor?

He had expressly avoided endorsing anyone for governor, including 3 Democrats who worked for him.

How Wisconsin Governor Hopefuls Say They’d Handle Police Shootings

From Hong to Tiffany, candidates use the Madison killing of Corey Ruiz to outline plans on oversight and public safety.

Marquette and Two Opponent Polls Show Francesca Hong With a Double-Digit Lead in the Democratic Primary

Poll Shows Wide Open Primary, Kelda Roys Surges and Forces a Tie After Voters Hear One Message

Marquette Poll Shows Hong Leading, Barnes Second

But results not so meaningful as Rodriguez was still in race and Crowley out when survey done.

Democratic Candidates For Governor Discuss Each Other

At a forum in Madison, Barnes, Hong and Roys are asked what they've learned from each other.

Absentee Voters Could Pick Candidates Who Drop Out of Races

Tens of thousands in Wisconsin have already voted in August primary. Can they vote again?

Finance Chair Moves To Block Courthouse Referendum

Politics of midterm elections influence debate over $897 million courthouse project.

Kelda Support Surging

GOP Spends Big To Define Hong, But Is It Helping Her Instead?

Republican Governors Association ads attack Hong on immigration and policing, as Democrats warn of primary meddling.

Crowley Will Reenter Race For Governor

A key endorsement could be in the offing.

Rodriguez Withdraws, Roys Calls for Unity

Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez Ends Campaign For Governor

From establishment front-runner to out of the race in a week.

Megadonors Power Tiffany Bid As Democrats Jockey In Governor Fundraising Race

Uihleins and Hendricks pour more than $6 million into GOP, while Barnes leads crowded Dem field in cash raised.

Roys, Hong Lead Field in Fundraising, Cash on Hand

Rodriguez Campaign Kept Financial Trouble From Crowley

Rodriguez pursued Crowley endorsement even as campaign finance red flags mounted.

Democrats Start Attack Ads Against Tiffany

Why did they wait so long? And Democratic primary becomes harder to predict.

Missed Ad Buy Exposes Big Money Problem For Sara Rodriguez

How a planned $1 million TV blitz became a scramble to reconcile campaign books and fire a top aide.

Statement From Kelda Roys’ Campaign

Roys Raises $1.2 Million

David Crowley Drops Out of Race for Governor

'It has become clear I will not be the Democratic nominee for governor,' county exec says.

Francesca Hong Bets Wisconsin Will Embrace Democratic Socialism

'If it is radical to have free child care and public grocery stores, let’s be radical.'

Roys: ‘No One Is Above the Law’

Tom Tiffany Applauds Supreme Court Ruling Protecting Girls’Sports

Crowley Courts Wisconsin Voters With Milwaukee Lessons And Union Jobs Pitch

After dozens of forums statewide, he says what works in Milwaukee can lift every town, village and city in Wisconsin alike.

Roys Announces Congressional Endorsement

Kelda Roys is a proven fighter who's been standing up to bullies and billionaires like Trump for 25 years; Roys has been a champion for public education, from early childhood to K12 to higher ed, as well as expanding access to healthcare and protecting abortion rights. She is running for governor to deliver higher wages, lower costs, and more freedom.

What Does Hughes Quitting Tell Us About Governor’s Race?

A top tier of liberal candidates emerging. Will there be more Democratic dropouts?

Democratic Governor Candidates Address Criminal Justice, Inequality

WISDOM forum provides chance for in-depth answers by candidates.

State Sen. Kelda Roys Hopes to Shake Up Democratic Governor Race

'I have by far the most experience in and around state government.'

First Major Candidate Drops Out of Wisconsin Governor Race

Missy Hughes suspends campaign, makes endorsement.

All Candidates for WI Governor Vow to Revive Land Conservation Program

All Democrats and Tiffany say they will restore the Knowles-Nelson stewardship program.

‘Let’s Ride’: Roys Showcases Vision for Wisconsin, Preparation for the Moment in New Ad

The half-million dollar ad buy will target Democratic primary voters statewide as they begin to pay attention to the August 11 election

State Democratic Leader Lays Out Policy Plans If Party Wins Trifecta

Senate Minority Leader Dianne Hesselbein points to school funding, property taxes and more.

Mandela Barnes Tours Northside Community Hub

Democratic candidate for governor cites Milwaukee program as model for needed job training.

The Elevator Speech for Democratic Governor Candidates

Boiling down their pitch to voters, why do they deserve your vote?

Rodriguez Wins Democratic Straw Poll for Governor

Hong takes second. But conventiongoers also consider: who is most electable?

Democratic Candidates for Governor Pitch The State Party Convention

Plus: Evers farewell speech. And hopes to flip even more Republican Senate seats.

Democrats Call for State Birth Control Protections

Warning that 'extreme forces' in the state and nation want to make birth control illegal.

Democratic State Convention Could Narrow Field for Wisconsin Governor

Delegates will be looking for which of 7 candidates 'stand out' in their speeches.

Indivisible South Shore Democratic Gubernatorial Candidate Forum set for June 11

Event at Bay View High School to focus on K-12 education

Barnes Touts Statewide Experience in Run for Governor

Politics is a challenging 'endurance sport,' says best known Democrat running for governor.

Sen. Kelda Roys Unveils Bold Energy Platform

Plan will lower costs, clean up our air, protect our water, and stand up to big tech, including an executive order to protect communities from data centers

10 Candidates Make Wisconsin Governor’s Ballot As Filing Closes

Democrats crowd the field with eight hopefuls, while Tom Tiffany is the lone Republican to qualify.

Sarah Keyeski Endorses Kelda Roys for Governor

First to File, Ready to Win

Why Legislature Killed Tax Cut, School Aid Plan

Why did Democrats abandon Gov. Evers, joining key Republicans who rebelled?

Roys Vowed to Protect Wisconsinites From Trump, Rejects Destroying Surplus

Sen. Kelda Roys Votes No Against Budget-Busting Deal That Doesn’t Put Wisconsin Kids First

Democrats Split with Gov. Tony Evers Over School Funding Deal

'Three lame ducks' reached the agreement? But GOP legislators praise the deal.

Roys Rejects Backroom Proposal

Tony Evers Revived Commutations; What Will Wisconsin’s Next Governor Do?

Most Democratic candidates support it. Barnes excludes those convicted of murder.

Democrats Running for Governor Agree Healthcare Costs a Problem

How to fix this is where there was disagreement at candidate forums.

Wisconsin Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski Concludes Statewide Tour Highlighting Record Common School Fund Distribution

Federal Appeals Court Blocks Mifepristone

The Inside Story of Democratic Race for Governor

Was a white centrist male candidate seen as the solution?

Most Democratic Governor Candidates Support Evers’ Commutations Policy

But not Mandela Barnes. Republican Tom Tiffany also opposed.

Candidates Tout Endorsements as WI Primary Season Heats Up

Will support from Trump, teachers union or controversial congresswoman help or hurt?

Tom Nelson Endorses Kelda Roys for Governor

Sen. Kelda Roys Statement of Support For MTEA During Negotiations

Democrats Vying for WI Governor Take on Data Centers, Climate Change

All 7 want more regulations on data center developments.

‘Every Kid Deserves the Freedom to Thrive’ – Roys Earns WEAC Recommendation

Following the announcement, Roys will embark on a statewide tour to share her plan to provide the best public education to every kid in the state.

Senator Kelda Roys is WEAC’s Recommended Candidate for Governor

Wisconsin’s Democratic Gubernatorial Candidates Struggle to Differentiate on Health Care

In a crowded field, candidates sought to differentiate themselves despite shared policy goals.

Roys: ‘Our Kids Deserve the Best Education in the Country’

Roys: In Taylor, Wisconsinites Choose Proven Fighter for Freedom

Democrats in Governor’s Race Call for Child Care Support

Rodriguez, Hughes have released plans. Every candidate supports the goal.

Poll Shows Taylor Leads Lazar in WI Supreme Court Race

Democrats more excited about voting in April. But many voters haven't made a choice.

Milwaukee Democrats Hold Gala

400-strong gathering of politicos at Italian Community Center, with high hopes for 2026.

The Surprising Campaign of Rep. Francesca Hong

Her dark horse campaign is biggest surprise in Democratic primary for governor.

Roys: Trump Tries to Distract From ICE Failures With Noem Firing

Roys Testifies to Protect Wisconsinites From Tech Exploitation

GOP Legislators Approve Reduced Funding for DPI

Not happy that Department of Public Instruction spent $369,000 on meeting at resort.

Roys Introduces Legislation to Prohibit Discriminatory Pricing

Hong, Barnes Lead Democratic Primary for Governor In New Poll

Marquette poll shows most voters undecided, with Taylor leading Lazar for high court.

Democrats, Unions Push $20 Minimum Wage Bill

800,000 Wisconsin workers earn less than $20 an hour, below a 'living wage.'

Roys, Cruz Introduce Legislation to Give 1 Million Wisconsinites a Raise

Small Set of Counties Could Pick Democratic Candidate for Governor

Tony Evers won just 16 of 72 counties in November 2022 election.

Roys Outlines Plan to Actually Lower Healthcare Costs

Kelda Roys, candidate for governor, outlined her plans to lower healthcare costs and increase access, including KeldaCare.

Sens. Roys, Drake, and Johnson Call for Public Executive Session

Rep. Robyn Vining Re-Introduces Baby Bonds Bill to Improve Economic Security for Wisconsin Families