Tuesday, August 25, 6:30 pm
Dwight Foster Public Library
209 Merchants Avenue, Fort Atkinson
SOCIAL TIME AT 6:30PM
Mingle with fellow Democrats, and Dem supporters, as we build enthusiasm for our candidates in the November 3rd election. Light refreshments will be available.
PROGRAM AT 7PM
Donna Gruszynski and Sandy Whisler, will be sharing information about Citizen Advocates for Public Education. CAPE is an independent citizens’ group advocating for quality public education in Lake Mills, Wisconsin. Formed in 2013, CAPE has more than 300 members and friends representing all facets of the community, including business leaders, educators, parents and grandparents.
Mike Van Someren is the Democratic Candidate for Wisconsin’s 33rd Senate District. Mike’s campaign is built around three simple ideas:
- Affordability
Wisconsin families should be able to pay the bills, handle an emergency, and build a good life. - Transparency
People deserve to know who government is working for, how decisions are made, and where their money goes. - Accountability
Public service should mean showing up, listening, and answering to the people, not hiding behind politics.
Meet Andrew Ellison, 72 County Coordinator for the Democratic Party of Wisconsin. Andrew is a seasoned political professional with over a decade of extensive experience in campaign management, legislative affairs, and party operations. He has worked across Wisconsin politics at the local, legislative, and state levels.
In recent years, Andrew has worked for the Assembly Democratic Campaign Committee, overseeing multiple southeast Wisconsin campaigns as a Regional Campaigns Director. Andrew also managed the successful 2025 operational funding campaign for the Racine Unified School District, and more recently served as a legislative assistant in the Wisconsin Assembly.
A graduate of Indiana University with a BA in Political Science, Andrew has long been passionate about Midwestern politics and is motivated to improve local communities through organizing and on-the-ground support.
- County Party Support: Provide regular communication, troubleshoot issues, and help local party leaders update materials.
- Membership Program Administration: Implement and manage the WisDems Membership program on the ground within the 2nd and 5th congressional districts.
- Training & Resources: Collaborate across WisDems departments to deliver and organize local grassroots training.
- Campaign Logistics: Manage regional distribution of campaign signs and political materials.
