Alert Top Story Topical | Opinion Advocates for ideas and draws conclusions based on the interpretation of facts and data. PODCAST Sara Rodriguez has 'always been on the front lines' | Center Stage with Milfred and Hands Scott Milfred , Phil Hands | Wisconsin State Journal Jul 15, 2026 Jul 15, 2026 0 × Lieutenant governor surging just as race for Wisconsin governor narrows, heats up Gift this article New subscriber benefit! Copied to clipboard Out of gifts for the month Unfortunately you've used all of your gifts this month. Your counter will reset on the first day of next month. Share this article paywall-free Email Copy Link Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save On their latest political podcast, Milfred and Hands talk ICE, affordability and ERs with Democratic candidate for governor Sara Rodriguez.kAm&?>FE6 E96 G:56@ 23@G6 E@ H2E49] ~C =:DE6? 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Sara Rodriguez has 'always been on the front lines' Lieutenant governor surging just as race for Wisconsin governor narrows, heats up
