Former Wisconsin governor emphasizes the importance of fair and unbiased elections, highlighting the need to prevent outside funding from masquerading as legitimate election assistance.
Former Governor Scott Walker emphasized the importance of voters approving a constitutional amendment to ban the use of “Zuckerbucks.” According to Walker, such a measure would prevent politicians from undermining the trust and confidence of the electorate.
Walker emphasized the significance of elections as he stated, “You don’t want to leave that to the whim of whoever is temporarily in charge at that time.”
On Tuesday, Wisconsin voters will have the opportunity to vote on an amendment that could have a significant impact on their elections. If passed, the amendment would prohibit local election officials from accepting any external funding, grants, or gifts to assist with the election process. This measure aims to ensure that election proceedings remain impartial and free from any potential influence or bias.
In 2020, the Center for Tech and Civic Life, backed by Mark Zuckerberg, invested over $6 million in election operations in Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, Racine, and Kenosha. This proposed ban is a response to their significant financial involvement.
According to local election officials, a portion of the funds was allocated for purchasing hand sanitizer and face masks. However, the majority of the funds were dedicated to supporting the “get out the vote” initiatives.
Emails reveal that the CTCL group essentially assumed control of the election operation in the city of Green Bay.
According to Walker, it is important for all voters to recognize such external influence as going too far.
According to Walker, regardless of political affiliation, it is logical for elections to be standardized across the state. This includes closing the polls at 8 p.m. and implementing consistent standards. Walker believes that only official government officials should be responsible for running elections, ensuring transparency to ensure that they are conducted properly.
According to Walker, he would be in favor of prohibiting outside election funds, regardless of whether it is coming from the Koch brothers’ non-profit or Zuckerberg’s left-leaning organization.
According to critics, the issue of election grants in Wisconsin should be addressed by lawmakers. However, former Governor Scott Walker argues that Republicans attempted to close any loopholes regarding outside funding, only to have their efforts vetoed by Governor Tony Evers.
