In the 2018 Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor, 10 names were on the ballot, plus an 11th write-in candidate, according to the Wisconsin Elections Commission. In contrast, the Aug. 11, 2026, primary ballot includes seven Democrats.
Comparison of Candidates
In both years, some candidates dropped out of the race, but their names remained on the ballot due to approval deadlines. As of July 14, Democrats Missy Highes and David Crowley had dropped out, leaving only five Democrats still campaigning in 2026.
Original reporting: Wisconsin Watch — read the source article.
