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Wisconsin law used to allow nominees to drop off the ballot if they declined to run, but it changed in 1977 to the current policy — allowing withdrawal only in the event of death. A new proposal would let nominees drop off the ballot anytime before the election commission certifies candidate names.

Apr 12, 2025, 1:20 PM

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