Press Release: Gov. Evers’ Statement on Upcoming April 7 Election
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers issued the following statement regarding the upcoming April 7 election.
“We have three branches of government to ensure a system of checks and balances, and questions about our elections typically rely on all three playing a role.
“If I could have changed the election on my own I would have but I can’t without violating state law. I’ve asked the legislature to do its part to ensure a fair and safe election and I hope we can get some clarity as soon as possible. The bottom line is that we have to keep folks safe and we have to make sure everyone who wants to vote has the opportunity to make their voice heard.”
Previously, the governor proposed legislation that had several provisions aimed at making voting easier and more accessible during the public health emergency. A brief summary of that legislation is available here for review. Additionally, he called for the Legislature to act on this issue in a video, available here.
The amicus brief submitted on behalf of the governor is available here.
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.
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