Joel Brennan Raises More Than Half Million Dollars in Just Three Weeks for Gubernatorial Campaign

MILWAUKEE, WI – Democrat Joel Brennan today announced raising more than $560,000 in only three weeks, an impressive result that establishes him as a standout candidate in the race for Governor. Brennan earned quick and strong support following his December launch, and built an impressive foundation for his campaign in just three weeks.

“Our campaign is laser focused on improving the lives of people across Wisconsin, and I’m humbled by the support we’ve received as we get started,” said Joel. “I’m grateful to those who’re already standing with us in this race, and I look forward to continuing to talk to folks across our state and earn their votes.”

Joel launched his campaign in early December with a focus on taking on Donald Trump and working to bring down costs for Wisconsinites. Born and raised with his 10 siblings in Wisconsin, Joel and his wife Audra raised their own kids here. Over the last 25 years, he’s worked with businesses and nonprofits solving problems and creating opportunities in Wisconsin. Joel served as CEO of Discovery World, the largest science museum in the state, expanding opportunities for thousands of students to learn about STEM and science education, and most recently as President of the Greater Milwaukee Committee.

In 2018, Governor-elect Evers appointed Joel as his top cabinet official, leading the Department of Administration. In that position Joel took on the challenge of putting Wisconsin back on firmer financial footing after eight years of mismanagement by Scott Walker and his rightwing legislature. Working with Governor Evers, Joel helped generate a nearly $4 billion dollar budget surplus and grew the state’s rainy-day fund. Joel was also a critical part of the state’s response to COVID, making sure small businesses, farmers and families across the state received the help they needed.

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