As you are probably aware by now, Tom Nelson, Alex Lasry, and Sarah Godlewski all dropped out of the race for the nomination for US Senate last week. All of them have endorsed Mandela Barnes. The Democratic Party of Wisconsin then endorsed Barnes too, in effect clearing the field for him ahead of the August 9 primary. Following suit, Grassroots North Shore has enthusiastically endorsed Mandela. But lest you think this development lets you off the hook, think again. There are a LOT of contested races on your ballot and those races need your considered vote. (See our election information pages to learn about all the candidates in these races.) Even uncontested races — like the one for Governor Evers and the one for Attorney General Josh Kaul — still need your love and attention. That goes double for Barnes where there are still four other candidates who have not dropped out. And indeed all eight names, including the three who have now stepped aside, will appear on your ballot!

If you have voted already, either by absentee ballot or early in-person, and have cast your ballot for one of the candidates who has now endorsed Barnes, you can rescind your earlier vote and submit a new ballot. Here's the NPR account of how to do it. "To void a ballot, voters need to contact their local clerk, either in person or by sending a message through the mail or email. Once the clerk's office receives the request and locates the returned ballot, their office writes 'spoiled' at the top and makes a small tear in the envelope to ensure the ballot is not counted. After the original ballot is spoiled, the office will issue a new absentee ballot. The deadline for spoiling an absentee ballot by mail is August 4 at 5 p.m. To spoil a ballot in person, the deadline is August 7."

In a reprise from last week's newsletter, here are some primary election reminders. Tuesday, August 9 is Election Day. But you can vote early all this week in your city/village clerk's office. In the 'burbs and Oz County, early voting runs through Friday, August 5. Our early in-person voting page will provide you with dates/times and contact information for North Shore and Ozaukee County clerks. For the city of Milwaukee, there are four early voting locations. Early voting hours run through Saturday, August 6. So, make a plan. And VOTE.

Speaking of the upcoming election, Milwaukee still needs election inspectors (aka poll workers). Go to the Election Inspector page of the Milwaukee Election Commission ASAP. And then sign up for the virtual training — the last one before the primary — on Saturday, August 6 at 9:30am. (You'll get the link for the training session after you apply.)

While you focus on election matters this week and next, take some time for some fun! The Ozaukee County Fair runs from August 3-7. Visit the Oz Dems at the Ozaukee County Fair. Have fun completing the Scavenger Hunt for the fair! Meet local and state politicians and find out more about our local DPOC group. The fair runs from 10am Wednesday, August 3, to 8pm on Sunday, August 7. The Wisconsin State Fair, at the Wisconsin State Fair Park in West Allis, runs from Thursday, August 4, through Sunday, August 14. Its hours of operation are Sunday – Wednesday: 10am – 10pm; Thursday – Saturday: 10am – midnight. Lots of fun, lots of good eats. And don't forget to stop by the Milwaukee County Democrats' booth and pick up some swag.

Coming attractions: The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors recently approved two resolutions for advisory referendums to appear on the November 8 ballots in the county. One would advise banning military-style weapons and the other would legalize marijuana for personal use while regulating the sales and also raising some revenue by taxing the sales. I've put the exact language on our website.

EVENTS

Tuesday, August 2

3rd Congressional District Forum, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Zoom
Please join Wisconsin Jewish Democrats next week Tuesday, August 2nd as we discuss critical issues with the Democratic primary candidates in the 3rd Congressional District. This is a vitally important race with the winner moving on to the November election to retain the seat of retiring Congressman Ron Kind as a Democratic side and help maintain or grow the narrow Democratic majority in the House of Representatives. Zoom link.

Josh Kaul Fundraiser, 5:30 – 7:30pm
Fox Point
Bonnie and Leon Joseph will host a fundraiser for Attorney General Josh Kaul.'s campaign: Co-Host: $2500, Sponsor: $1000, Supporter: $500, Friend: $250, Suggested Contribution: $100. Exact address provided upon RSVP or donation. RSVP.

Primary Town Hall, 6:30 – 8:00pm
WISN Channel 12
WISN will present a town hall for the Democratic candidates for Senate, including Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes, Milwaukee Bucks Senior Vice President Alex Lasry, and Wisconsin State Treasurer Sarah Godlewski. (Outagamie County Executive Tom Nelson has withdrawn from the election.)

Wednesday, August 3

Headline Newsmaker Luncheon, 11:45am – 1:30pm
Newsroom Pub, 137 E. Wells St., Milwaukee
Tarik Moody of 88Nine Radio Milwaukee will be the featured guest at a Newsmaker Luncheon. He is content producer and on-air host at 88Nine Radio and program director for HYFIN, the firm’s new Urban Alternative channel. More information and registration.

Living Liberally Waukesha, 6:30 – 8:30pm
Club 400, 322 Williams St., Waukesha
Living Liberally Waukesha meets on the first Wednesday of the month, in the upstairs bar at Club 400. All attendees should be vaccinated and wear masks when not eating or drinking.

Author Event: Migrant Mexican Dairy Workers, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Boswell Book Company, 2559 N Downer Ave, Milwaukee
Wisconsin journalist Ruth Conniff will discuss her new book, Milked: How an American Crisis Brought Together Midwestern Dairy Farmers and Mexican Workers. More information and registration (required).

Saturday, August 6

Oz County Dems GOTV, 10:30am - 8:00pm
Instructions after RSVP
Join the Democratic Party of Wisconsin as we reach out to voters and remind them to vote in the Tuesday, August 9 primary election. Contact the Ozaukee County party using the "CONTACT" link at the bottom of their home page. These are some of the canvass activities for Ozaukee County: Port Washington, Grafton, and Cedarburg.

Get Out the Vote Drive, 12:00 - 6:00pm
Fox Point
Join with other Democrats to contact voters by canvassing. Shifts are from noon-3pm and from 3-6pm. It's really important that we get as many of our voters as possible to turn out for the primary. That way we are more likely to nominate people who can appeal to a broad range of interests. And there are many contested races on our side of the ballot. Sign up.

Remembering Hiroshima and Nagasaki, 6:00 – 9:00pm
Riverside Park Urban Ecology Center, 1500 E. Park Pl., Milwaukee
No Stand for Peace this week. This Lanterns for Peace event will remember the devastation of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Organized by Peace Action Wisconsin. More information.

Sunday, August 7

Oz County Dems GOTV, 10:30am - 8:00pm
Instructions after RSVP
Join the Democratic Party of Wisconsin as we reach out to voters and remind them to vote in the Tuesday, August 9 primary election. Contact the Ozaukee County party using the "CONTACT" link at the bottom of their home page. These are some of the canvass activities for Ozaukee County: Port Washington, Grafton, and Cedarburg.

Wisconsin Dems Voter Contact, 12:00 - 6:00pm
Glendale
Join with other Democrats to contact voters by canvassing. Two shift: noon-3pm and 3-6pm. It's really important that we get as many of our voters as possible to turn out for the primary. That way we are more likely to nominate people who can appeal to a broad range of interests. And there are many contested races on our side of the ballot. Sign up.

Monday, August 8

Oz County Dems GOTV, 11:30am - 8:00pm
Instructions after RSVP
Join the Democratic Party of Wisconsin as we reach out to voters and remind them to vote in the Tuesday, August 9 primary election. Contact the Ozaukee County party using the "CONTACT" link at the bottom of their home page. These are some of the canvass activities for Ozaukee County: Port Washington, Grafton, and Cedarburg.

Grass Roots South Shore Meeting, 6:00 – 7:00pm
Cudahy Library, 3500 Library Drive, Cudahy or Zoom
Grass Roots South Shore is planning to have a meeting both virtual and in person. More information.

Tuesday, August 9

Election Day, 7:00am - 8:00pm
Your polling place
Don't forget to vote for every office on the ballot: Governor, Lt. Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, Treasurer, US Senate, Representative, and some local partisan races. When we get good turnout in primary elections, we nominate stronger candidates with broader appeal. Do your bit. Be a voter.

Drinking Liberally MKE, 6:00 – 8:00pm
Estabrook Beer Garden, 4600 Estabrook Drive, Milwaukee
Drinking Liberally MKE will be outdoors!. More information.

350 Milwaukee Meeting, 7:00 – 8:30pm
Zoom
The Milwaukee chapter of 350.org is part of an international movement of ordinary people working to end the age of fossil fuels and build a world of community-led renewable energy for all. Virtual meetings take place on the second Tuesday of the month. More information.

Saturday, August 13

Stand for Peace, 12:00 – 1:00pm
35th Street & Fond du Lac Avenue, Milwaukee
Stand for Peace has resumed in-person events with masks and social distancing. Check for more information. Organized by Peace Action Wisconsin.

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