State legislative candidate roundtables in Ashwaubenon and Appleton focus on Main Street issues – WisPolitics
On October 16th and 23rd voters will have a chance to hear candidates’ stances on issues impacting small businesses and residents in Northeast Wisconsin in the 30th and 18th State Senate races. Main Street Alliance (MSA) is hosting roundtable events to spotlight two of the key races in the fight for control of the State Senate at Hinterland Brewery and Mondo! On the River.
State Senate candidates Jamie Wall and Kristin Alfheim are scheduled to join us. We have extended invitations to Jim Rafter and Dr. Anthony Phillips as well. All candidates in these races were extended an invite, provided many dates as options, and were communicated with consistently to find a time that would work.
These events will touch on issues of importance to small business owners including health care, child care, paid leave, capital access, the impact of corporate consolidation on family farms, and rural resiliency.
MSA members and partners at 9 to 5 and the Appleton Chapter of NOW will kick off these events and there will be a section of the program open for the general public to ask questions of the candidates.
The roundtable events are open to the media, but there will not be an opportunity for press questions during the program. Small business owners, organizational representatives, and candidates will be available for interviews before or after the event.
MSA plans to endorse in these races via the Main Street Action PAC after the results of the roundtable and candidate questionnaires are completed.
About Main Street Alliance/Action
MSA champions the voices of small business owners to create a thriving economy. We cultivate a network of entrepreneurs, connecting them with resources to build sustainable enterprises. Our membership drives state and federal policymaking that gives a fair shot to small businesses and strengthens communities nationwide.
Learn more at www.mainstreetalliance.org.
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