Lieutenant Governor of WisconsinCertified ballot
Sarah Godlewski
On the ballot as David Crowley / Sarah Godlewski
Secretary of State (appointed)
Photo: Ballotpedia
Is Sarah Godlewski on the November 3 ballot?
Sarah Godlewski is on the November 3, 2026 ballot as part of the ticket "David Crowley / Sarah Godlewski". Not a separate November contest. Each party's nominee is the running mate on a governor ticket.
ⓘ What do the party and ideology labels mean?
On the ballot, partisan candidates run under a party — in Wisconsin almost always Democratic or Republican, with the occasional third-party or independent candidate. Words like progressive, conservative, libertarian, or democratic socialist are labels people use to describe themselves, not separate parties on the ballot. A label is a starting point; each candidate's sourced positions show where they actually stand.
How we do this →Who is Sarah Godlewski?
Former Wisconsin State Treasurer (2019–2023); appointed Secretary of State by Gov. Evers in 2023 after Doug La Follette's retirement; previously ran for U.S. Senate in 2022
Wisconsin Watch’s questionnaire
Wisconsin Watch, a nonprofit newsroom, asked candidates for this office the same questions.
Answered 4 questions. Read Sarah Godlewski’s answers on Wisconsin Watch
Ask Voter Help: “What did Sarah Godlewski tell Wisconsin Watch?” →
Source: Wisconsin Watch 2026 Voter Guide, through Voter Guide Commons. That copy was last updated August 20, 2026; BadgerBrief checked it October 13, 2026. Whether a candidate answered is as the guide reports it.
ⓘ How do I read these campaign-finance numbers?
Individual contributions come from people; PAC (political action committee) money comes from organized groups. Cash-on-hand is what a campaign has left to spend. Money shows who is backing a campaign — it is not an endorsement by us, and more money does not mean a candidate is better.
How we do this →Top reported contributors
- Democratic Party of Wisconsin (Madison)$222,712
- WEAC PAC (Madison)$26,000
- LIUNA PAC (Washington)$26,000
- Crowley for Wisconsin (Milwaukee)$25,579
- WI Laborers District Council (DeForest)$22,500
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- Nicholas Jackson (Chicago)$20,000
- Madeleine KELLY Lubar (Milwaukee)$20,000
- David J Lubar (Milwaukee)$20,000
- Matt Miszewski (Milwaukee)$20,000
- DLP PAC (Washington)$20,000
Source: WI Ethics Commission (Sunshine) · non-commercial voter education use
Top organization & PAC donors
- Democratic Party of Wisconsin (Madison)PAC/Committee$222,712
- WEAC PAC (Madison)PAC/Committee$26,000
- LIUNA PAC (Washington)Unregistered$26,000
- Crowley for Wisconsin (Milwaukee)PAC/Committee$25,579
- WI Laborers District Council (DeForest)PAC/Committee$22,500
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- DLP PAC (Washington)Unregistered$20,000
- Mark Pocan for Congress (Madison)Unregistered$17,938
- Wisconsin Carpenters PAC (Madison)PAC/Committee$16,000
- International Union of Painters and Allied Trades District Council 7 (Hanover)PAC/Committee$2,500
- Operating Engineers 139 PAC (Pewaukee)PAC/Committee$2,000
Source: WI Ethics Commission (Sunshine) · non-commercial voter education use
Where the money comes from
| Individuals | 38% | $231,090 | 438 donors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Party committees | 36% | $222,712 | 1 donors |
| Union PACs | 8% | $50,500 | 3 donors |
| PACs & committees | 8% | $48,058 | 9 donors |
| Other | 10% | $64,048 | 4 donors |
7% from donations under $200 (296 donors)
- under $200$15,924 · 296 donors
- $200–$999$33,916 · 98 donors
- $1,000 and up$181,250 · 44 donors
Individual donors only, grouped by each donor's total
80% from Wisconsin
- Wisconsin$184,272 · 353 donors
- Out of state$46,927 · 86 donors
- Unknown$0 · 0 donors
Individuals and businesses; committees excluded
Monthly fundraising
| 2026-01 | $9,166 |
|---|---|
| 2026-02 | $11,190 |
| 2026-03 | $11,044 |
| 2026-04 | $12,978 |
| 2026-05 | $12,641 |
| 2026-06 | $24,815 |
| 2026-07 | $16,612 |
| 2026-08 | $221,297 |
Itemized contributions, filings through Sep 23, 2026 · Source: WI Ethics Commission (Sunshine)
Political ads about Sarah Godlewski
Ads a BadgerBrief editor confirmed are about Sarah Godlewski, from the Meta Ad Library. Spend is the range Meta discloses.
4 ads from 3 sponsors
- $400–$499
UpNorthNews
Support for Sarah Godlewski1 adSee the 1 ad
Wisconsin Democrats have been finding traction this year on family-based economic issues like paid family leave. Wisconsin Secretary of State Sarah Godlewski has been advocating for the state to adopt a paid family leave program as a way for our economy to be competitive with other states when it comes to addressing a labor shortage.
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For Our Future WI
Support for Sarah Godlewski2 adsSee the 2 ads
We love our Democratic Leaders across our state. Send Sec. Godlewski a Valentine and let her know we appreciate everything she does for Wisconsin!
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We love our Democratic Leaders across our state. Send Sec. Godlewski a Valentine and let her know we appreciate everything she does for Wisconsin!
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Re-elect Heidi Wegleitner for Dane County Supervisor D2
Support for Sarah Godlewski1 adSee the 1 ad
Endorsement! "Supervisor Heidi Wegleitner is a proven leader and tireless public servant with the passion and know-how to get things done. A fierce advocate for affordable housing, public transit, community health, and fair wages, Heidi has been and will be a force for working people and their families. She is the kind of dedicated local leader Wisonsin needs more of. I am proud to Support Heidi and local leaders like her. ~Sarah Godlewski, Secretary of State To support Heidi Wegleitner for re-election please donate at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/heidi-wegleitner-1
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