Mandela Barnes

Barnes says his first priority as governor would be to expand BadgerCare right away, including in a special session if necessary, and he said he would refuse to sign a state budget that does not include expansion. He frames the issue as a way to reduce health care costs and expand access for Wisconsin families.

Barnes says Wisconsin should invest in more renewable energy, including wind, solar, and geothermal, and he wants the Public Service Commission to keep costs low for ratepayers. He also says large projects such as data centers should not raise utility rates for customers and should include community benefits agreements and local input.

Barnes supports red flag laws, universal background checks, and an assault weapons ban. His campaign says these measures are part of a broader public-safety approach while preserving lawful gun ownership.

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Barnes says he wants to represent Wisconsin residents rather than a party label and emphasizes civil rights, voting access, and broader community input in state decision-making. He also frames public services and education policy around helping people who face unequal starting conditions.

Barnes says Wisconsin should fully meet its public-school funding pledge, invest in the whole child, and ensure public funding comes with accountability. He also supports stronger support for students’ health, housing, and school resources, along with public accountability for voucher-funded schools.

Barnes says data centers should face community benefits agreements, local hiring expectations, and protections against higher utility rates for residents. He also wants community input prioritized and says water-quality concerns should be addressed before projects move forward.

Barnes says he has worked with bipartisan groups and election officials to strengthen confidence in the electoral process and support democracy reform. He favors changes that improve election integrity and says he is willing to work across party lines on the issue.

Barnes says state government should help municipalities secure resources for basic services and that local leaders should have a meaningful role in decisions affecting their communities. He also ties local affordability concerns to utility rates, housing costs, and data-center siting.

Barnes emphasizes lowering household costs, including housing and utility bills, and says state policy should focus on affordability for Wisconsin families. He also argues for local fiscal solutions that help municipalities maintain services and for public investments that support working people.

Barnes said he would like to see abortion rights proactively protected in Wisconsin and return the state to a pre-Dobbs framework. He described abortion as a decision best made between a woman and her health care provider.

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