They say couples that canvass together stay together (or at least that’s what we say). Fantastic day on the doors in Hales Corners. Thank you for the many meaningful conversations!

If you've stepped outside yesterday and today, you've felt it. The DNR says this is the worst wildfire smoke ever recorded in Wisconsin. www.wpr.org/news/worst-s...

Wisconsin DNR records worst smoke levels on record, advises staying inside

As smoke blankets most of Wisconsin, air quality has turned hazardous in many areas of the state. Air experts with the DNR are advising everyone to stay indoors and wear masks outside.

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Thrilled to share that our campaign has been endorsed by the Shepherd Express! The Shepherd Express is a leader in progressive Milwaukee journalism, and I’m honored to have their support. Read the full article here: shepherdexpress.com/news/feature...

We're hosting several events this week to get out and talk to voters across the 61st district! Join us: Make calls on Thursday, 7/16: actionnetwork.org/events/phone... Knock doors on Saturday, 7/18: actionnetwork.org/events/knock... Make calls on Sunday, 7/19: actionnetwork.org/events/phone...

Last year, the Republican-controlled legislature failed to fund two veterans' homeless shelters in Green Bay and Chippewa Falls, resulting in their closure and a huge loss of care in those communities. www.jsonline.com/story/news/p...

Lack of funding in state budget will shutter two facilities for homeless veterans

The Green Bay and Chippewa Falls homes for veterans experiencing homelessness will shutter this fall after the Legislature left funding out.

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Good morning from downtown Greendale ☀️ It’s a beautiful day for the Greendale Garden Gazing Walk and Greendale Downtown Market — lots of great conversations already this morning!

Proud to share that our campaign has earned the endorsement of VoteVets, the nation's largest progressive veterans organization. I served for seven years in the Army as a paratrooper and infantry officer, and I know what it means to put service over self.

My wife, Hannie, recently returned home after two weeks doing her annual service with the U.S. Army Reserves. I'm incredibly grateful for her continued service to our country, and even more grateful to have her home for the holiday and her birthday weekend.

Happy “liberal arts professor helps save the Union” day to all who celebrate

Today, Republican legislators let the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program expire. @wisconsinexaminer.com wisconsinexaminer.com/2026/07/01/k...

Knowles Nelson Stewardship Program dead at 37 • Wisconsin Examiner

Wisconsin's Knowles-Nelson Stewardship grant program expired Tuesday after legislation to reauthorize it failed to pass the Legislature.

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Tomorrow at midnight, we file our first campaign finance report. Let’s show them what we’ve got! Donate now: secure.actblue.com/donate/brist...

Even candidates need a night off! 🍺⚾ Great night for some rivalry baseball at American Family Field with Miz on the mound. Win or lose, there’s no better place to be on a Friday night in Wisconsin. Let’s go Brew Crew! #Brewers #MKE #Wisconsin #bristforassembly

I'm hearing the same story from families across our district: higher property tax bills, fewer services, and schools struggling to make ends meet.

Getting properly caffeinated for a full day on the doors. Excited for some great conversations with voters. Thanks Blüm Coffee Garden for always serving up the perfect cup!

Very proud to share that our campaign is endorsed by Donald G. Schwartz, former Hales Corners Trustee. Don is a tremendous force for good in the local community, and I'm honored to have his support!

Nothing like a rainy day to remind you how many miles you've put in. After months of door knocking, I've officially worn a hole through my shoe. Nice to have a little evidence of the hard work. One pair of shoes down. Thousands of doors and countless conversations to go.

This is exactly why I support a pause on new large data centers statewide until we can create a regulatory framework and ensure they don’t raise our rates. If we leave this up to the utilities and big tech companies, normal rate payers will get stuck footing the bill. www.wpr.org/news/we-ener...

We Energies, Oracle ask state regulators to loosen financial protections for data centers

We Energies and a pair of data center developers are asking state regulators to loosen financial protections included in a new special rate structure for data centers.

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Had a great time at the WisDems State Convention. Met incredible colleagues and activists committed to Building a Better Wisconsin. Thank you Democratic Party of Wisconsin and all of the organizers!

Very proud to share that our campaign is endorsed by Milwaukee County Supervisor Sheldon Wasserman. Supervisor Wasserman has been serving on the county board for nearly ten years and works tirelessly to make our community better. I’m honored to have his support!

OTD in 1963, President John F. Kennedy delivered the commencement address at The American University: “Too many of us think [peace] is impossible. … Our problems are manmade—therefore, they can be solved by man. And man can be as big as he wants. No problem of human destiny is beyond human beings.”

Very proud to share that our campaign has been endorsed by former State Senator and Milwaukee County official Joe Czarnezki! I'm honored to have his support as we work to build a better Wisconsin!

Great day door knocking in Greenfield! I heard from people about the cost of living, expanding access to healthcare, and protecting public education. #Greenfield #Politics #BristforAssembly

Exciting news in the 61st AD: our current incumbent, Bob Donovan, is polling behind a generic Democrat. Our district knows that the current Republican majority isn't doing enough to make life in Wisconsin an affordable place to live, work, and raise a family. We're all ready for a change!

No one should have to skip needed care because they can’t afford it. A new report found that 1 in 10 Wisconsin adults went without needed healthcare due to cost, a reminder that access and affordability are still out of reach for too many families. www.wpr.org/news/wiscons...

Report: 1 in 10 Wisconsinites skipped needed health care due to cost

The report, which is conducted by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services every five years, looks at how factors like income, housing and the environment affect health outcomes in the state.

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This Pride Month, we celebrate the LGBTQ+ neighbors, families, and community members who help make our community stronger, more vibrant, and more welcoming. Everyone deserves to feel safe, respected, and valued for who they are. Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈

Today we turned in our nomination papers to get on the ballot. We collected signatures from every community in the district: Greendale, Hales Corners, Greenfield, Franklin, and Milwaukee. Join us in fighting to build a better Wisconsin here at bristforassembly.com

It was a privilege to attend the Greendale and Hales Corners Memorial Day ceremonies yesterday. Community members of all ages came together to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Thank you to the organizers for making these remembrances so meaningful.

“Into the mosaic of victory was laid this precious piece” Every Memorial Day I find myself meditating on this epitaph.

The 61st District deserves better than Bob Donovan. We're fighting to build a better Wisconsin, where it's easier to live, work, and raise a family. Join us: www.bristforassembly.com wisconsinexaminer.com/briefs/more-...

More Assembly Republicans announce 2026 plans: Rodriguez retiring, Donovan to seek reelection • Wisconsin Examiner

Republican Rep. Jessie Rodriguez, a member of the powerful budget committee, announced she will not run for reelection this year.

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Wisconsin public schools are in crisis, and it’s affecting all of us. 📉 Costs are rising 🚫 State funding isn’t keeping up 💸 Property taxes keep climbing School districts are stuck in a lose-lose: Cut programs kids rely on OR ask voters for more money.