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Taylor Leads Lazar by 8 Points in Wisconsin Supreme Court Race

3/26/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Judge Chris Taylor leads Judge Maria Lazar by 8 points among likely voters ahead of April 7, with over 40% undecided.
Taylor's campaign emphasizes her experience as a former legislator and abortion rights advocate.
Lazar positions herself as a constitutional conservative focused on judicial impartiality.
The election will not change the 4-3 liberal majority on the Wisconsin Supreme Court.

History

Historical Context

The 2023 Wisconsin Supreme Court election marked a pivotal shift in the court's ideological balance, with Janet Protasiewicz defeating Daniel Kelly by 11 percentage points. This election, viewed as a referendum on abortion rights and gerrymandering, followed a series of conservative victories since 2011. Protasiewicz's win established a 4-3 liberal majority, influencing future judicial interpretations and political dynamics in Wisconsin.

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Story summary

Judge Chris Taylor leads Judge Maria Lazar by 8 points among likely voters ahead of April 7, with over 40% undecided.
Taylor's campaign emphasizes her experience as a former legislator and abortion rights advocate.
Lazar positions herself as a constitutional conservative focused on judicial impartiality.
The election will not change the 4-3 liberal majority on the Wisconsin Supreme Court.

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