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Judge Brunette Launches Supreme Court Campaign Amid Liberal Gains

4/17/2026

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Clark County Circuit Court Judge Lyndsey Brunette announced her candidacy for the Wisconsin Supreme Court, noting that fairness and equality require judges to uphold the Constitution and protect individual rights.
The race is significant because conservative Justice Annette Ziegler will not seek reelection.
Liberals recently gained a majority with Justice-elect Chris Taylor's victory and could expand their majority to 6-1 if they win the upcoming open seat.

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Clark County Circuit Court Judge Lyndsey Brunette announced her candidacy for the Wisconsin Supreme Court, noting that fairness and equality require judges to uphold the Constitution and protect individual rights.
The race is significant because conservative Justice Annette Ziegler will not seek reelection.
Liberals recently gained a majority with Justice-elect Chris Taylor's victory and could expand their majority to 6-1 if they win the upcoming open seat.