Sara Rodriguez

Gov. Evers, Democrats Announce Legislation to Repeal Wisconsin’s 1849-era Criminal Abortion Ban

2022 Election for Governor Cost $164 Million!

Obliterating 2018 record of $93 million, with Evers getting 53% of total spending.

Gov. Evers’ Inaugural Address Calls for Abortion Rights, Expanding Medicaid

Introduced by his granddaughter, Evers hails the 'chance to do the right thing.'

Lt. Gov. Rodriguez Sworn in as 46th Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin, Delivers Inaugural Address

Top 10 State Political Stories of 2022

Evers and Johnson victories and suddenly changed battle over abortion lead the list.

Evers Defeats Michels, Wins Second Term

Democrats score key win, maintain roadblock on Republican policies.

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chair Ben Wikler on Governor Tony Evers’ Decisive Re-Election Victory

Republicans Seek Veto-Proof Legislature

GOP supermajority possible if they flip one senate district, five assembly seats now held by Democrats.

Candidates For Governor and Lieutenant Governor

Evers and Michels are each at the top of ticket in highly-contested fall 2022 election.

Legislative Republicans Continue to Ignore the Will of the People

Republican leaders ignore Governor Evers’ call for a special session to give voters a choice on popular policies

Trump Boosts Michels Over Kleefisch

Evers vs. Michels, Johnson vs. Barnes will make it a fall of nonstop ads. Plus: Vos almost loses.

Wisconsin Democrats Congratulate Rep. Sara Rodriguez

Statewide Democratic Candidates

Contested races for treasurer, secretary of state, lieutenant governor and U.S. senator.

Everyone Wants to Be Lt. Governor

10 candidates in all, including just two Democrats. Who stands out?

8 Republicans, 2 Democrats Running for Lt. Governor

Crowded Republican primary includes two state senators. Democrats include non-profit leader and a state representative.

Record Number of Legislators Retiring

At least 31 incumbents, one quarter of state Legislature retiring, highest since 1942.

Meet Milwaukee’s New Mayor Cavalier Johnson

Johnson, first elected Black mayor in Milwaukee history, promises to focus on crime, jobs, neighborhoods and relationship with state.

Historic Turnover Will Change Legislature

Retirements, redistricting and members pursuing higher office could transform Legislature.

Representative Sara Rodriguez: Statement on Surplus Funds

Lena Taylor Ends Lt. Governor Campaign

State senator ran for mayor in 2020. Will she run in upcoming special election?

Bowen Will Run For Lieutenant Governor

Rep. David Bowen joins Lena Taylor, Sara Rodriguez in Democratic primary.

Rep. Sara Rodriguez Announces Run for Lieutenant Governor

Rep. Sara Rodriguez Statement on Hispanic Heritage Month

Leaders Celebrate New Mental Health Center

Huge gathering of officials for project lauded as momentous, exciting and historic.

Tax Cut Divides Democrats

Evers and some Democratic legislators supported it. GOP hopes to gain new seats from swing-district opponents.

Evers Is the Pro-Science Candidate

Why has that description become so controversial?

Rep. Robyn Vining Introduces Bill to Support Students, Teachers, School Districts & Summer School Programs

Uihleins, Walton Shower GOP Legislators With Cash

Out-of-state donors give $1.9 million to state legislators, 79% of it to Republicans.

Legislature Has Dramatic Debate

Over its power, purpose, prestige... and whether Robin Vos hates Tony Evers.

Legislators Pass Bill Blocking Vaccine Mandates

And giving Legislature oversight over federal stimulus funds. Veto by Evers likely.

34 State Legislators Endorse Jill Underly for State Superintendent

Rep. Robyn Vining Applauds Wisconsin Equal Rights Amendment Introduction

Working Families Party Announces Second Round of 2021 Endorsements

Progressive Political Group Throws Weight Behind Jill Underly, Sets Sights on Growing Progressive Bloc in Madison Common Council

Rep. Rodriguez: Authors Legislation to Create Statewide Mask Order

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Rep. Sara Rodriguez: Statement on Assembly Republican Rejection of Bipartisan Compromise COVID-19 Bill

Rep. Rodriguez: Applauds Governor Evers’ 2021 State of the State Address

Democrats are ready to ‘Get to Work’ for the people of Wisconsin

Rep. Rodriguez Statement on Introduction of COVID-19 Response Legislation

Are Parties Realigning In Wisconsin?

Lots of new voters for both parties in election. What it means for the future.

How Suburban Voters Defeated Trump

A decisive switch, both in Wisconsin and nationally.

19 Election Winners and Losers

Beyond the vote totals there were so many other winners and losers.

Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin Statement on Election Results

Following Massive Get Out The Vote Push, WI WFP Candidates Win Seats Across the State

WI Working Families Party organizers secure enough positive IDs to quadruple Trump’s 2016 margin of victory in Wisconsin, power down-ballot candidates to victory

Post-election Day Statement from Tom Palzewicz

No Veto-Proof Majority for Republican Legislators

They flipped two of three seats needed to get two-thirds majority in Senate.

Your Guide to Down Ballot Races

Trump versus Biden isn't the only ballot item. Here's information on 13 other races across the county

Milwaukee Suburbs Key To Controlling Assembly

Dems target suburban districts, Republicans try to gain a veto-proof majority in the Assembly

Indivisible Tosa endorses Democrat Sara Rodriguez for Assembly

Wisconsin Conservation Voters endorses its second wave of candidates