Most of you have probably heard or read about State Representative Sandy Pasch’s decision to not run for re-election.
This is a real disappointment to me and I am sure many of the progressives in Wisconsin. Rep. Pasch is one of the most active, effective, consistent and articulate progressive members of the Wisconsin State Legislature. And I do hope that she is able to have a greater impact on issues in the state of Wisconsin as she stated in her announcement. The 10th Assembly District, the Democratic Party of Wisconsin, and the State Legislature have been very lucky to have her serve. I wish her well.
It will be interesting to see who steps forward to take on the challenges in the 10th Assembly District. It could prove to be as intense as the concurrent race in the 19th Assembly District to replace Jon Richards.
It will be interesting to see if this district, which is 2/3 African American, will be returned to the community.
As a former staffer in the Assembly, I knew Sandy and saw her work close up. A harder working, more productive and conscientious legislator never existed. She served ALL people of her district and this state well. She is also just a wonderful person. Her retiring from the Assembly is a sad loss for the entire state.