MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Another Democrat enters a crowded primary field running for Wisconsin governor next year.
Joel Brennan launched his campaign Thursday. Brennan was secretary of the Department of Administration during current Governor Tony Evers’ first term. Prior to that, Brennan was executive director of Milwaukee’s Discovery World science museum for over a decade. He currently serves as president of the nonprofit Greater Milwaukee Committee, which promotes economic and cultural growth in southeast Wisconsin.
Brennan enters a Democratic race to succeed Evers which includes former Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes, current Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez, and Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley.