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Madison Democratic Sen. Kelda Roys Launches Bid for Governor

State Senator Kelda Roys officially entered the 2026 Wisconsin gubernatorial race on Monday, becoming one of several Democrats competing for the nomination.
Roys enters the race after Governor Tony Evers announced he will not seek a third term, creating the first open gubernatorial contest in Wisconsin since 2010.
In 2018, Roys sought the Democratic nomination for governor, placing third behind Tony Evers, and she brings experience from her terms in both the State Assembly and State Senate.
She emphasized that with so much at stake, Wisconsin requires a Governor with extensive experience ready to meet this challenge, focusing on creating jobs, supporting public education, and making health care affordable for all.
Roys’ candidacy adds to a growing field that includes other Democrats and Republicans, signaling a competitive race leading to the August 11 primary and November 3 general elections.

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