Sarah Godlewski Announces Campaign for Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor

Madison, WI – Surrounded by local and community leaders from across the state, Wisconsin Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski today announced her candidacy for Lieutenant Governor, vowing to bring her record of statewide leadership, commitment to public service, and passion for solving problems to the state’s second-highest office.

“This belief — that you step up and do something — has guided me my whole life,” said Godlewski. “It’s why I’ve served in national security, worked in local government, supported small businesses, saved the state treasurer’s office, and now serve in statewide office. What keeps me going is knowing I can make a difference. That’s why today, I’m proud to announce I’m running to be Wisconsin’s next Lieutenant Governor.”

Godlewski has served as Wisconsin’s Secretary of State since 2023 and previously as State Treasurer, where she helped thousands of Wisconsinites keep their homes during COVID, led the investment fund that increased funding for our public schools and invested in rural infrastructure.

Godlewski also laid out her priorities as Lieutenant Governor:

“I’m not just your Secretary of State and now a candidate for Lieutenant Governor — I’m also a mom. And my son Hartley, who’s here with me today, is my daily reminder that the choices we make set the stage for his generation.

“Our kids deserve a Wisconsin where families don’t just get by — they get ahead, with great schools, safe neighborhoods, and strong communities. Where hard work isn’t just a slogan, but a promise — that an honest job can support a family and build a future. Where kids continue to enjoy our clean lakes, rivers, and play in our public lands.”

Godlewski launched her campaign with the endorsement of 27 legislators, including:

State Senator Kris Alfheim

State Senator LaTonya Johnson

State Senator Melissa Ratcliff

State Senator Jeff Smith

State Senator Bob Wirch

State Representative Clinton Anderson

State Representative Margaret Arney

State Representative Brienne Brown

State Representative Karen DeSanto

State Representative Ben DeSmidt

State Representative Jodi Emerson

State Representative Joan Fitzgerald

State Representative Kalan Haywood

State Representative Andrew Hysell

State Representative Tara Johnson

State Representative Karen Kirsch

State Representative Maureen McCarville

State Representative Sylvia Ortiz-Velez

State Representative Priscilla Prado

State Representative Amaad Rivera

State Representative Ann Roe

State Representative Chris Sinicki

State Representative Lee Snodgrass

State Representative Ryan Spaude

State Representative Angela Stroud

State Representative Lisa Subeck

State Representative Sequanna Taylor

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.