WISCONSIN (MacIver Institute) -- With the legislative sessions in the rearview mirror, the governor's race is starting to take center stage. Read on for coverage of proposals from some of the top candidates in the race.
But before we fully turn our attention to November, there is still an election next week. If you haven't already, make a plan to vote on April 7.
Spotlight
Three Women and a Legislature: The Lawmakers Who Made the Session Matter
Richard Moore highlights three standout Republican lawmakers -- Reps. Joy Goeben, Lindee Brill, and Amanda Nedweski -- who cut through the usual gridlock to lead on core conservative priorities like parental rights, individual liberty, free markets, and protecting constitutional principles. In a session marked by vetoes and internal friction, these legislators advanced bills on issues ranging from vaccine discrimination in transplants to utility revolving doors and local control over constitutional rights. Moore praises their vision and consistency in decentralizing power back to families and away from government overreach.
Deep Dive
Tiffany Proposes Full State Audit to Fight Fraud
Benjamin Yount reports that congressional candidate and gubernatorial hopeful Tom Tiffany is pledging a comprehensive audit of every state program and agency to root out waste and fraud. Citing multiple Milwaukee-area Medicaid fraud cases involving millions in stolen taxpayer dollars spent on luxury goods, Tiffany contrasts his approach with Gov. Evers’ resistance to audits, including vetoing new auditor positions. This proposal underscores the urgent need for real transparency and accountability in how Wisconsin spends public benefits.
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Coming Soon
Mandela Barnes Ignores Costs, Pushes For Act 10 Repeal
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mandela Barnes is renewing a call to repeal Act 10, claiming it’s time to “make Wisconsin a union state again.” This ignores the proven taxpayer savings and education reforms Act 10 delivered. Repeal would mean higher costs for local governments and schools while rolling back hard-won limits on collective bargaining.
You Should Know
Democratic Candidate Brennan Pitches Public Healthcare Option
Another Democratic candidate for governor, Joel Brennan, proposed a government-run “public option” that would let people and small businesses buy into the state employee health plan, along with expansions in pharmacist prescribing, apprenticeships, and mental health programs. Critics see this as another step toward government-controlled healthcare that drives up costs and limits choice.
Quick Click
Evers Downplays Snack, Soda Ban in New Food Stamp Law
Gov. Tony Evers on Monday signed a new law that looks to ban sugary snacks and drinks from Wisconsin’s FoodShare program. The law also guarantees $70 million to administer that program.
The new law depends on a waiver from the Trump administration to ban FoodShare families from using their food stamps for snacks, soda, and things like cupcakes.
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Last Update: Mar 30, 2026 3:24 pm CDT
