Wisconsin Faces Referenda on Election Funding and Administration

Voters to decide on banning private election funding and defining election official roles, amid intense debate over 'Zuckerbucks'.

Wisconsin voters to decide on two key constitutional referenda in the upcoming spring election, aiming to ban private funding in elections and specify who can perform election tasks.
The debate centers around 'Zuckerbucks,' private grants used in the 2020 elections, primarily benefiting Democratic strongholds in Wisconsin.
Critics argue these funds compromise election integrity, while supporters claim they were necessary for conducting elections during the pandemic.
The outcome of the referenda could significantly impact election administration in Wisconsin, especially in its largest cities.
Concerns have been raised about the clarity of the referendum questions and their potential consequences on volunteer participation and the use of private facilities for polling places.