Three Democratic candidates, Rick Crosson, Katrina deVille, and Mark Scheffler, are vying for the 8th Congressional District seat, currently held by Republican U.S. Rep. Tony Wied. The candidates recently participated in a forum at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, where they discussed their positions on various issues, including the environment, public education, and health care.

Candidate Positions

Crosson, a former Green Bay School Board member, emphasized the importance of growing the Democratic Party’s appeal as an insider. DeVille, a musician and democratic socialist, positioned herself as a political outsider and advocate for progressive policies. Scheffler, a former wealth adviser, billed himself as a progressive independent who can appeal to open-minded independents and conservatives.

The candidates generally aligned on issues such as abortion and transgender rights, but deviated on public education and health care. Crosson argued that health care is a universal human right, while deVille and Scheffler expressed support for a universal health care system. DeVille also stated that she would oppose introducing term limits on members of Congress and would introduce articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump on her first day in Congress.

Strategy for Winning

Scheffler emphasized the need to target voters who have felt neglected by the Democratic Party, including those in rural communities and business owners. Crosson argued that he has built a broad coalition that can win across the political spectrum. DeVille positioned herself as a foil to Republicans and a champion of progressive values.

Original reporting: Wisconsin Watch — read the source article.