Dianne Hesselbein
Democratic Incumbent
State senator since 2023; Senate Minority Leader; previously served 10 years in the State Assembly, three terms as Dane County supervisor, and one term on the Middleton-Cross Plains school board. Only certified ballot…
Education
Describes herself as a progressive Democrat; will push for more public-school funding (per campaign site).
Environment and university
Supports protecting the environment and strengthening the University System (per campaign site).
Veterans
Supports advocating for veterans' benefits (per campaign site).