Defender, Bystander and Enemy

State Representative Gordon Hintz (D-Oshkosh) was named a "Democracy Defender" by the Wisconsin Democracy Campaign, a non-partisan political watchdog group. Based on his record of supporting reform, Rep. Hintz was ranked as one of only nine defenders of democracy, and the only Northeast Wisconsin legislator to be ranked a defender. Way to go, Gordon!

State Senator Carol Roessler (R-Oshkosh) and State Representative Carol Owens (R-Oshkosh), whom both are retiring at the end of the year, were ranked as a "Bystander" and "Public Enemy," respectively.

-Bryan

Roessler Not Running

State Senator Carol Roessler (R-Oshkosh) announced today that she will not seek a 7th Senate term. I join State Representative Gordon Hintz (D-Oshkosh) in thanking Senator Roessler for her years of service. Even though we disagreed on many issues, she remained professional, friendly and a helpful public servant.

Now the question becomes, "who will run?" We already know of one candidate, Council Member King, but I am sure this vacancy will bring out numerous additional candidates, especially Republicans. Any thoughts???

-Bryan

UPDATE: According to the Oshkosh Northwestern, Winnebago County Sheriff Michael Brooks and Fond du Lac City Councilor Tim Lakin have indicated they will seek the Republican nomination. State Rep. John Townsend (R-Fond du Lac) has not ruled out running for the seat.