Sarah Godlewski

Lt. Gov. Barnes Leads Fundraising in Senate Democratic Primary

Barnes raised more than $1 million since launching his campaign this summer.

Elizabeth Warren Endorses Barnes for U.S. Senate

A high-profile endorsement in Democratic primary with nine candidates.

Mandela Barnes Talks Out of Both Sides of His Mouth on Vaccine Mandates

Upon Announcement of Biden’s Unconstitutional Federal Overreach, Where Do Senate Democrat Candidates Stand?

Democrats Face High Profile Races in 2022

Experts say elections will test strength of state Democratic Party.

Democrat Senate Hopefuls Reveal East Coast Loyalties

Pilot Program to Prevent Property Tax Foreclosure Kicked Off by State Treasurer’s Homeowners Task Force

Six Wisconsin counties now have a tool to help homeowners facing foreclosure due to delinquent property tax payments

Activist Steven Olikara Joins US Senate Race

He’s the ninth Democrat running for seat held by Republican Ron Johnson.

State Emergency Management Administrator Enters U.S. Senate Race

Darrell Williams joins the race for the seat held by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson.

Poll Shows Barnes Leads Among Milwaukee Democrats

Getting 39% of Milwaukee County Democratic vote. Alex Lasry polled at only 4%.

Larson Drops Out of Senate Race, Endorses Barnes

Eight candidates remain in race, including Godlewski, Lasry and Nelson.

State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski, BCPL Chair Visits Solar Panel Investment Site in Washburn

Financed by the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands (BCPL), Board Chair and State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski toured the solar photovoltaic (PV) system at the Washburn Waste Water Treatment Plant. Installed in 2019, the project has generated savings in utility costs and reduced the carbon footprint.

Chantia Lewis Enters U.S. Senate Race

Milwaukee alderwoman is ninth candidate in the race to replace Ron Johnson.

Mandela Barnes Enters Senate Race

Long-rumored run by Lt. Governor becomes official and targets Ron Johnson.

Evers, Johnson Rake In Campaign Funds

Outpacing challengers, Evers raises $5 million and Johnson $1.2 million in first half of 2021.

Alderwoman Chantia Lewis For U.S. Senate?

Website appears, and quickly disappears.

21 Wisconsin Leaders Endorse Sarah Godlewski for U.S. Senate

Coming on heels of pivotal EMILY’S List endorsement, strong support from communities across the state demonstrates Sarah is building the strongest coalition to defeat Ron Johnson

State Treasurer Godlewski & BCPL announce $1 Million for UW System Grants & Scholarships

This year’s distribution will be a record-breaking $1,025,000 from the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands’ (BCPL) Normal School Fund to help make college more affordable and provide grants to UW System programs

Five Candidates Make Case For Beating Ron Johnson

Roundtable of Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate is first such event in campaign.

Vos Picks Gableman To Lead Election Probe

Announcement comes just one day after GOP Assembly Speaker attacked by Trump.

State Treasurer Launches Homeownership Initiative

Program involves a network of public and private entities to support sustainable home-ownership.

More Lies Surround 2022 Senate Democrats

Evers Announces Reelection Bid

Speech at state Democratic convention touts education spending and new Foxconn contract.

Chris Larson Files To Run for U.S. Senate

State senator hopes to make move to Washington.

Tom Nelson Wrote Book on Union Struggles

Outagamie County Exec and Democratic challenger to Ron Johnson is strongly pro-labor.

Ron Johnson Favors “Limited” COVID-19 Vaccination

"I see no reason to be pushing vaccines on people," the senator said.

State Treasurer Godlewski & Mayor Cory Mason Announce BCPL Approves $5.5 Million for Downtown Hotel Project to Spur Economic Development in Racine

Godlewski Seeks An Electoral First

No state treasurer in Wisconsin history has won a race for U.S. Senate.

State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski joins 16 state treasurers to call on Congress to pass Paid Family Leave

State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski and 16 State Treasurers from Maine to California say federal paid family & medical leave is critical to rebuilding the economy post-COVID, responding to a “chronic care crisis that has been simmering for generations.”

Sarah Godlewski Releases Statement Following Verdict in the Trial of Derek Chauvin

Hot Democratic Contest for U.S. Senate

Several impressive candidates looking to defeat Ron Johnson. Who's the front runner?

Godlewski Will Run for U.S. Senate

State Treasurer is fourth Democrat to announce for seat held by Ron Johnson.

Sarah Godlewski Launches Democratic Campaign for U.S. Senate in Wisconsin

Launch video contrasts Sarah’s laser-focus on Wisconsin working families and kitchen table priorities with Ron Johnson's out-of-touch conspiracy theories

Treasurer Sarah Godlewski: Wisconsin’s K-12 Public School Libraries to Receive $39 Million to Boost Education During COVID-19

The largest regular disbursement ever from the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands’ (BCPL) Common School Fund will provide books and technology

Ron Johnson Pushes Conspiracies Ahead of Possible Third Term

The Senator has become a controversial figure as opponents queue up to run against him.

State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski Endorses Jill Underly for Superintendent

Alex Lasry Files To Run for Senate

Bucks VP is one of many Democrats interested in seat.

Evers Pushes New Programs, Spending

Republicans warned him not to include budget items they oppose. He will anyway.

State Treasurer Godlewski: Governor’s Task Force Unveils Innovative, Bipartisan Proposals to Strengthen Retirement Security for Wisconsin Workers and Families

Elected Officials Across the State Join Call for Peaceful and Fair Vote Count

State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski Announces $900,000 for Scholarships and Grants to UW System

Funds Help Make College More Affordable for Wisconsin Students

Ahead of Mike Pence’s Visit, State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski, State Rep. Robyn Vining, Highlight Trump’s Leadership Failures

"Having a president that will fight the pandemic, protect our health care, and rebuild our economy stronger than it was before is the future that Wisconsinites deserve."

Voting Access Ensures All Voices Are Heard

A new bipartisan coalition is working to promote safe, reliable voting in Wisconsin.

Treasurer Godlewski visits River Falls to address Housing and Homeownership

Jill Biden Hears From Moms in Green Bay

Virtual event focuses on challenges of virtual schooling.

Wisconsin Voices Continue to Hold Trump Accountable

Democratic Party of Wisconsin Calls Out Trump’s Anti-Women Agenda

Bipartisan Group Will Promote Voting By Mail

And in-person voting. Former GOP Attorney General dismisses fraud claims on mail-in ballots

Treasurer Godlewski, BCPL approves over $8 million Community Projects in July

U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Joins Wisconsin State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski, Local Wisconsin Leaders to Call for More Federal Emergency Funding for State and Local Governments to Provide Essential Services

Treasurer Godlewski, Senator Baldwin, and Local Leaders Push Congress to fund Essential Services and Workers

BCPL Voluntarily Cuts Budget to Support Wisconsin

Treasurer Godlewski and Congresswoman Moore Hear from Small Business Owners on Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic

Wisconsin’s Lousy Record for Women in Politics

Two politicos talk about getting more women in elected offices.

Private Colleges on Life Support

Pandemic accelerates the demise of increasingly fragile colleges.

Pandemic Compounds Student Debt Crisis

64% of Wisconsin’s 2018 graduates had debt, averaging $31,705 per person.

Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul Endorses Jill Karofsky for Wisconsin Supreme

One Year After Shopko Went Bankrupt

Virtual town hall of ex-workers talk about impact of retail chain's 2019 shutdown.

State Treasurer Surveys COVID-19 Economic Fallout

Supports federal proposal for a Universal Basic Income.

Senators Must Pass Coronavirus Act

House passed relief bill goes to Senate, Johnson and Baldwin should support it.

State’s Student Loan Debt is $24 Billion!

College grads paying interest rates as high as 11% when home loans are 3%. The solution is obvious.

State Treasurer Godlewski brings together Homeowners Task Force to help Wisconsinites buy homes and stay in them

State Treasurer Godlewski teams up with local treasurers to tackle foreclosure and empower taxpayers

500 Media Members Get DNC Preview

Officials host national media for first look at city and convention venues.

Women Legislators Discuss Hate Mail

Zamarripa gets hate mail at home and office, on weekly basis.

State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski welcomes new baby to the world

Gasp, It’s a Holiday Tree!

So says Gov. Evers about Capitol tree, with the added theme, “Celebrate Science.”

State Needs to Restrict Billboards

They degrade Wisconsin scenery and are unnecessary in digital world.

Task Force Takes on Retirement “Crisis”

Huge numbers of older Wisconsin residents have little in retirement savings.

Gov. Evers Joins State Treasurer Godlewski for the Task Force on Retirement Security’s First Meeting

"This task force is going to be critically important for the future financial health of our state, the wellness of our families, and in making sure Wisconsin is working for everyone."

Barrett, Moore to Lead Growing DNC Team

19 honorary chairs round out Milwaukee 2020 leadership.

Democrats Push Paid Family Leave Bill

Modeled after other states, bill creates insurance trust fund paid for entirely by employees.

Gov. Evers Announces Appointments to Governor’s Task Force on Retirement Security

"Everyone should have the opportunity to save for their future and no one should have to worry about making ends meet or their financial security in retirement."

Unsealed Memo Exposes Student Loan Servicer Navient Pushing Payment Plans Driving Borrowers Deeper Into Debt

Another Example System Stacked Against Borrowers and Why Reform Desperately Needed

Student Loan Debt in Wisconsin Continues to Outpace National Average, According to Latest Research

Percentage of Class of 2018 Grads With Debt Remains in Top Ten in Nation, Average Debt Exceeds National Average by Thousands of Dollars

Treasurer Sarah Godlewski and Task Force Members Kick off Governor Evers’ Retirement Security Task Force Surrounded by Retirees and Stakeholders

By listening to people across Wisconsin, the Governor’s Task Force on Retirement Security will explore ways to ensure people can adequately save.

State Treasurer Backs Climate-Friendly Investing

“We believe in science” and “investment in renewable energy," Godlewski declares.

Student Debt Earns State a Bad Ranking

Report finds Wisconsin 6th highest in percent of former students with debt.

Treasurer Godlewski and BCPL loan over $14 million to Wisconsin communities

The largest of the eleven loans approved today is to finance referendum projects for the Verona Area School District that is worth over $6 million.

Education Activists Turn To Misinformation To Distort GOP Budget

Public education activists should be honest about the large increase and they should be grateful to taxpayers for the hard-earned dollars provided to fund it

Statewide Meetings Held on Student Loans

Governor’s task force holds meetings across Wisconsin to understand crisis, find answers.

Senator Taylor Acknowledges Clean Communities Week

Senator Taylor looks forward to the week’s remaining events including Thursday’s Hemp Small Business and Financing Session with State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski.

Gov. Evers Signs Executive Order #19 Relating to the Creation of the Committee to Celebrate the Centennial Anniversary of Wisconsin’s Ratification of the 19th Amendment

Gov. Evers today designated Mrs. Kathy Evers as the Chairwoman of the Executive Committee.

On International Women’s Day, Representative Subeck Supports the #BalanceforBetter Campaign

“In 2019, women in Wisconsin are engaged and energized, calling for an end to sexual assault, harassment, and discrimination. Today we celebrate the progress that we have made and renew our commitment to achieving gender parity as we strive to #BalanceforBetter,” said Rep. Subeck.

State Treasurer Wants To Be Watchdog

Godlewski pushes for more accountability, smart long-term investments.

No “Year of the Woman” in Wisconsin

Why women did poorly in state legislative races in 2018.

One Wisconsin Now Statements on Inauguration of Gov. Tony Evers and Newly Elected Statewide Officers

New Focus on People of Wisconsin, Not Partisan Political Gain Makes it a Great Day for Wisconsin

Treasurer-Elect Godlewski Identifies Additional Responsibilities For Office

Treasurer's office survived an April 2018 referendum aimed at elimination

Governor-elect Tony Evers and Lt. Governor-elect Mandela Barnes Announce Next Generation Workforce and Economic Development Policy Advisory Council

"Investing in an economy that creates good-paying, family-supporting jobs for the people of Wisconsin is a top priority for our administration."

Gerrymander Caused Women Assembly Losses?

27 women Democrats running for Assembly lost, women leaders point to gerrymandering.

Democrats’ Sweep of Statewide Offices Is Rare

First time since 1982, only third time in more than 125 years.

Supervisor Taylor Congratulates Candidates on Election Victories

"Congratulations to Tony Evers, Mandela Barnes, Josh Kaul, Sarah Godlewski, and Tammy Baldwin on their victories on Tuesday."

State-Wide Dems Win Big!

Walker, Schimel’s special interest agenda repudiated by voters

“We’re In a Battle For America’s Soul”

Joe Biden campaigns for Baldwin, Evers, takes down Trump in Madison

Godlewski Campaign Announces Endorsement By Former State Treasurer Jack Voight

Voight, a Republican, served as Treasurer from 1995 to 2007.

Sarah Godlewski, candidate for Wisconsin State Treasurer Will be Fiscal Watchdog for Our Students and Families Affected by the Student Loan Debt Crisis

"It’s long overdue that Wisconsin had a State Treasurer that will offer innovative and financially sustainable solutions to our state."

81 Candidates in Wisconsin Take ‘Clean Energy for All’ Commitment, Promising 100% Clean Energy by 2050

Moving to clean energy will improve Wisconsin's health, create more sustainable communities

All the Election Data You Want

It was one for the history books, with many surprising results and newcomers.

Sarah Godlewski wins Democratic nomination for State Treasurer

Godlewski is ready to work with Tony Evers and the whole Democratic ticket as they head into the general election.

Candidates for Common Council

Six candidates for 5th District in only primary contest.

Democratic Candidate Guide

Packed Democratic gubernatorial race and county sheriff contest are top items on Tuesday's ballot.