AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoDemocratic Governor’s Debate: In Wisconsin’s only televised Democratic primary debate, candidates largely avoided direct attacks and instead traded differences on school vouchers and data center policy, with Mandela Barnes calling for more debates ahead of the Aug. 11 vote. Polling & Momentum: A Marquette University poll shows Francesca Hong leading among Democrats (38%), with Mandela Barnes at 16% and David Crowley at 7%, while 34% remain undecided. Act 10 Court Fight: A Wisconsin appeals court restored Act 10’s anti-union collective bargaining limits, setting up likely review by the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Elections Rules Clash: The Wisconsin Elections Commission chair says state law doesn’t allow absentee “do-over” ballots, as lawsuits push for replacement options. Data Center Backlash: Cottage Grove approved a 12-month data center moratorium, joining other Dane County limits, while Oracle is fighting a related regulation in court. Wolf Management: A gray wolf bill is gaining traction as farmers rally for state control and faster responses to livestock attacks.
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