Maps by Jade Iseri-Ramos and Martin Rakacolli. “I think I’m okay,” says Francesca Hong. Last night she beat out six other challengers in the Democratic primary to represent downtown Madison, for the state Assembly seat formerly occupied for nearly a decade by Representative Chris Taylor. “You’d think like a couple of hours after, I’d be more […]
Meet Wisconsin State Senate Candidates Nada Elmikashfi and Kelda Roys
As protests around the country demand accountability from government leaders, we take an opportunity today to consider our responsibility as voters in the upcoming elections. On this episode, Carousel kicks off her Meet the Candidates series with Wisconsin State Senate candidates Nada Elmikashfi and Kelda Roys for District 26. Wisconsin is holding its partisan primary […]
Democratic Nomination Winner: Tony Evers
State Department of Public Instruction leader Tony Evers won the Democratic nomination for governor last night. He pulled ahead of seven other candidates and will take on Governor Scott Walker in the November election. W-O-R-T reporters were on the scene at election night parties last night where Tony Evers celebrated his victory with supporters at […]
Kelda Roys: Mother & Candidate for Wisconsin Governor
In a crowded field of contenders for the Wisconsin Democratic Governor’s race, one candidate hopes to stand out as what she calls the “next generation of leaders” in the state. Kelda Roys is among the 14 candidates who are currently running in the 2018 gubernatorial race. Producer Kai Brito speaks with Kelda Roys about her […]
Kelda Roys’ Gubernatorial Bid
There are three characteristics Kelda Roys says she possesses that sets her apart from other contenders in Wisconsin’s gubernatorial race: she’s a proud progressive on the issues, able to build a strategic coalition, and ready to be governor on day one. Carousel Bayrd speaks with Kelda Roys, a small business owner, former state representative, and attorney currently […]
Wisconsin Crowded Gubernatorial & Supreme Court Primaries
On August 14, 2018, Wisconsin holds its primaries for partisan elected office. The Democratic field seeking to replace two-term incumbent Scott Walker now numbers 13 declared and 3 filed candidates, bringing the total to 16. Candidates include: Michele Doolan, Tony Evers, Matt Flynn, Andy Gronik, Bob Harlow, Dave Heaster, Mike McCabe, Mahlon Mitchell, Kelda Roys, […]
