Create Wisconsin is Wisconsin’s leading independent community cultural development organization. We are a coalition dedicated to activating and strengthening Wisconsin’s creative possibilities.
Create Wisconsin and Imagine MKE invited all 2026 primary candidates for Governor and the Wisconsin Legislature to participate in a survey about their vision for economic growth, arts, culture, and well-being for Wisconsin residents. The survey is intended to provide voters with clear, actionable information about candidates’ perspectives, elevate the role of arts and culture in economic and community development, and encourage discussion of Wisconsin’s creative economy throughout the 2026 election cycle.
As additional responses are received, they will be posted and shared publicly by Create Wisconsin and Imagine MKE through our websites, social media channels, and partner communications across Wisconsin’s 72 counties. Create Wisconsin and Imagine MKE are nonpartisan organizations and do not endorse or oppose any candidate for public office. Survey responses are shared as submitted to help inform Wisconsin voters.
Create Wisconsin and Imagine MKE invited all 2026 primary candidates for Governor and the Wisconsin Legislature to participate in a survey about their vision for economic growth, arts, culture, and well-being for Wisconsin residents. We can now share their responses as the 2026 August primary draws closer.
The August 11 primary is just around the corner. We’ve got consequential races in Wisconsin: all eight House of Representative seats, Governor, Lt. Governor, and Attorney General, half of the
Create Wisconsin and Imagine MKE invited all 2026 legislative candidates to respond to surveys about their vision for economic growth, arts, culture, and well-being for Wisconsin residents. The answers to these surveys equip voters with clear, actionable insights, elevate the role of arts and culture in economic and community development, and ensure that Wisconsin’s creative economy is part of campaign and policy discussions statewide.
Creativity in the state relies on a strong legislative framework. We advocate for policies that support Wisconsin’s creative economy, for creatives across the entire state.
We connect artists, organizations, and legislators across Wisconsin to create networks of creative action. Create Wiscosnin’s events help connect people to creativity in their area.
We strive to promote a strong culture of idea-sharing to move Wisconsin’s creative economy forward. Connect with your creative community across the state through our newsletter, job board, or at our in person events.
Whether you’re starting a small business, or thinking up a non-profit, we’re here to help. Our searchable knowledge-base can help you find the resources you need to advocate for and create your own art in Wisconsin.
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