Mayors From Across Wisconsin Endorse Sarah Godlewski for Lieutenant Governor

Madison, WI — Mayors from every corner of Wisconsin today announced their endorsement of Sarah Godlewski for Lieutenant Governor. The mayors of Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, La Crosse, Sheboygan, Superior, Middleton and Washburn are joining together behind Godlewski, citing her experience, collaborative leadership, and commitment to strengthening communities across Wisconsin.

The endorsing mayors are:

• Cavalier Johnson, Mayor of Milwaukee
• Eric Genrich, Mayor of Green Bay
• Jim Paine, Mayor of Superior
• Shaundel Washington-Spivey, Mayor of La Crosse
• Ryan Sorenson, Mayor of Sheboygan
• Satya Rhodes-Conway, Mayor of Madison
• Emily Kuhn, Mayor of Middleton
• Mary Motiff, Mayor of Washburn

Sarah Godlewski welcomed the endorsements, saying, “I am deeply honored to have the support of these outstanding leaders from across Wisconsin. Mayors are in the trenches every day — working to improve lives, solve problems, and lift up all our residents. Together, we can deliver real results for families in Milwaukee, Green Bay, Sheboygan, Superior, Middleton, La Crosse, Madison, Washburn, and beyond.”

These Mayors join 28 state legislators, and former Lt. Governor Barbara Lawton, who have all endorsed Sarah’s campaign. The endorsement comes on the heels of Godlewski’s campaign announcing a record breaking $100,000 raised for her campaign as well as the endorsement of Main Street Alliance.

What the mayors are saying

Mayor Cavalier Johnson (Milwaukee):
“Sarah understands the challenges facing our largest communities. In Madison, Sarah will be a partner with local governments to make sure that we can work hand and hand to deliver for our communities.”

Mayor Eric Genrich (Green Bay):
“Strong leadership means listening. Sarah has shown time and again that she listens to Wisconsinites and stands up for them. I know Green Bay will benefit from having that kind of partner in Sarah as our next Lieutenant Governor, and that’s why I’m proud to endorse her.”

Mayor Jim Paine (Superior):
“The North needs as many allies in the Capitol as we can get. Sarah has always had our back and we can trust her to show up for us as Lieutenant Governor.”

Mayor Ryan Sorenson (Sheboygan):
“In every public service role she’s held, Sarah has championed the people of our state. I am proud to endorse her as our next Lieutenant Governor; she understands what it takes to be a true partner for Wisconsin communities.”

Mayor Emily Kuhn (Middleton):
“I have known and worked with Sarah for a decade. From supporting our public schools and small businesses to addressing affordable housing, Sarah always shows up and knows how to make a difference in communities like ours.”

Mayor Shaundel Washington-Spivey (La Crosse):
“La Crosse and other communities across Wisconsin deserve leaders who bring people together. Sarah is a leader who builds bridges.”

Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway (Madison):
“In Madison, we believe in equity, sustainability, and opportunity for all. Sarah’s leadership reflects these values, and I’m proud to endorse her.”

Mayor Mary Motiff (Washburn):
“Washburn may be small, but the issues facing our community — affordable housing, accessible health care, strong schools, and protecting our natural resources— are the same issues facing cities throughout Wisconsin. We need someone in the Lieutenant Governor’s office who understands that every community counts.”

For more information about Sarah Godlewski’s campaign, visit www.sarahforwisconsin.com or follow @SarahforWI on social media.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.