Lack Of Interest In Elections

By

An analysis done by a good government group shows nearly half the incumbants have no one running against them.The filing deadline for nomination papers was yesterday. Mike McCabe of the Wisconsin Democracy Campaign says the low lack of interest is somewhat surprising, considering thehigh opportunity to get into office. Challengers get a boost from redistricting and incumbants may find themselves tarnished by a campaign fundraising scandal. Shamane Mills reports.

Stay informed on the latest news

Sign up for WPR’s email newsletter.

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.