Wisconsin State Supreme Court Election
On April 4, 2023, we'll have a chance to fill a conservative seat on Wisconsin's Supreme Court. This race could determine the Court's balance of power and define democracy in Wisconsin (and America) for years to come.
“The 2023 Wisconsin State Supreme Court race is the most important election that nobody’s ever heard of...It has implications that will affect national politics for years to come, really at every level of government.” Ben Wikler, Chair of the Wisconsin Democratic Party.
Check out the two liberal WI Supreme Court Candidates (there is no indication of party on the ballot):
Candidate Information from PBS Wisconsin
On her campaign website, Protasiewicz describes herself in terms of her judicial record:, "Community leader, a veteran prosecutor, and a lifelong advocate for victims of crime. In nearly a decade as circuit court judge, she has earned the respect of the community, developing a reputation for being fair and impartial."
Protasiewicz's campaign language goes on to make a more political case,
"Our system works because the law is predictable. You can read the constitution, the statutes, and case law, and know what to expect, but as we can see on an almost-daily basis, our most closely-held constitutional rights are under attack by radical right-wing extremists," it reads.
She is endorsed by current Justice Rebecca Dallet, other judges from around the state and various Democratic state legislators.
Dane County Judge Everett Mitchell was the second liberal to announce their candidacy in the race.
Mitchell's campaign website describes his social justice efforts and work with juvenile offenders.
"The Honorable Reverend Everett Mitchell was elected to the Dane County Circuit Court and presides over the Juvenile Division in Branch Four. As a juvenile court judge he hears cases involving family reunification, juvenile delinquency, and other civil and criminal proceedings. He also oversees Dane County's High Risk Drug Court Program," reads the biographical language.
"During his tenure on the bench, Judge Mitchell has worked with colleagues to change courtroom policies to reflect trauma-informed practices, such as removing restraints and handcuffs on youth during hearings. He joined several judges in petitioning the Wisconsin Supreme Court to support changing the presumption to ensure that children in Wisconsin can attend their court hearings without restraints and handcuffs."
Mitchell's endorsements include former Democratic Gov. Jim Doyle, former state Supreme Court Justice Louis Butler, other judges from around the state and various Democratic lawmakers.
The 2023 spring primary election is on Tuesday, Feb. 21 and the spring general election is on Tuesday, April 4. More information about these candidates is available via Wisconsin Vote.