The 2014 United States House of Representatives elections in Wisconsin were held on Tuesday, November 4, 2014, to elect the eight U.S. representatives from the state of Wisconsin, one from each of the state's eight congressional districts. The elections coincided with the elections of other federal and state offices, including an election for Governor of Wisconsin.
Overview
Results of the 2014 United States House of Representatives elections in Wisconsin by district:[1]
District 1
Republican incumbent Paul Ryan, who had represented the 1st district since 1999, ran for re-election. This district has a PVI of R+3.
Republican primary
Candidates
Nominee
Eliminated in primary
- Jeremy Ryan, professional protester
Primary results
Democratic primary
Candidates
Nominee
Eliminated in primary
Primary results
General election
Campaign
In 2012 Ryan, defeated Zerban in the closest election of Ryan's congressional career thus far.
Endorsements
Rob Zerban (D)
- Labor unions
- Organizations
Debates
- Complete video of debate, October 20, 2014
Polling
Results
District 2
Democratic incumbent Mark Pocan, who had represented the 2nd district since 2013, ran for re-election. This district has a PVI of D+17.
Democratic primary
Candidates
Nominee
Primary results
Republican primary
Candidates
Nominee
- Peter Theron, mathematics professor[13]
Primary results
General election
Endorsements
Mark Pocan (D)
- Labor unions
- Organizations
Polling
Results
District 3
Democratic incumbent Ron Kind, who had represented the 3rd district since 1996, ran for re-election. He was re-elected with 64% of the vote in 2012, and the district has a PVI of D+5.
Democratic primary
Candidates
Nominee
Primary results
Republican primary
Candidates
Nominee
- Tony Kurtz, businessman and veteran[18]
Eliminated in primary
- Karen Mueller, attorney
- Ken Van Doren, former building contractor
Withdrawn
Primary results
General election
Endorsements
Ron Kind (D)
- Labor unions
- Organizations
Polling
Results
District 4
Democratic incumbent Gwen Moore, who had represented the 4th district since 2005, ran for re-election. She was re-elected with 72% of the vote in 2012, and the district has a PVI of D+23.
Democratic primary
Candidates
Nominee
Eliminated in primary
- Gary George, former state senator and convicted felon[20]
Primary results
Republican primary
Candidates
Nominee
- Dan Sebring, automobile repair shop owner and nominee for this seat in 2010 & 2012
Eliminated in primary
Primary results
General election
Endorsements
Gwen Moore (D)
- Labor unions
- Organizations
Polling
Results
District 5
Republican incumbent Jim Sensenbrenner, who had represented the 5thdistrict since 1978, ran for re-election. He was re-elected with 67.72% of the vote in 2012, and the district has a PVI of R+13.
Republican primary
Candidates
Nominee
Primary results
Democratic primary
Candidates
Nominee
Primary results
General election
Endorsements
Chris Rockwood (D)
- Labor unions
- Organizations
Polling
Results
District 6
Republican incumbent Tom Petri who had represented the 6th district since 1979, retired.[23]
Republican primary
Candidates
Nominee
Eliminated in primary
Withdrawn
Declined
Primary results
Democratic primary
Candidates
Nominee
Withdrawn
Declined
Primary results
The general election featured Gus Fahrendorf, of Neenah, as the nominee of the Libertarian Party.[35]
General election
Campaign
Despite winning the primary, Petri refused to endorse Grothman, going as far as saying that Democratic nominee Mark Harris had done "a fine job" as County Executive.
Grothman declined to participate in any debates during the general election and turned down all requests for interviews.[36]
Endorsements
Polling
Predictions
Results
District 7
Republican incumbent Sean Duffy, who had represented the 7th district since 2011, ran for re-election.
Republican primary
Candidates
Nominee
Eliminated in primary
- Don Raihala, real estate broker
Primary results
Democratic primary
Candidates
Nominee
- Kelly Westlund, Ashland businesswoman and City Council member[43]
Eliminated in primary
Primary results
General election
Endorsements
Kelly Westlund (D)
- Labor unions
- Organizations
Polling
Results
District 8
Republican incumbent Reid Ribble, who had represented the 8th district since 2011, ran for re-election.
Republican primary
Candidates
Nominee
Primary results
Democratic primary
Candidates
Nominee
- Ron Gruett (pronounced 'grit'), professor of physics and chemistry
Primary results
General election
Endorsements
Ron Gruett (D)
- Labor unions
- Organizations
Polling
Predictions
Results
See also
References
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- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p "Official Election Results" (PDF). G.A.B. Canvass Reporting System. Archived from the original (PDF) on September 5, 2014. Retrieved September 1, 2014.
- ^ Ramde, Dinesh (October 24, 2013). "Ryan faces familiar foe in House re-election bid". Green Bay Press Gazette. Retrieved October 24, 2013.
- ^ Isenstadt, Alex (October 14, 2013). "Shooting victim's son to challenge Paul Ryan". Politico. Archived from the original on October 14, 2013. Retrieved October 14, 2013.
- ^ a b c d e "Grades & Endorsements Wisconsin". nrapvf.org/. NRA. Archived from the original on November 4, 2014. Retrieved February 17, 2023.
- ^ a b c d e "National Right to Life Endorsements in Wisconsin" (PDF). nrlpac.org/. Archived from the original (PDF) on April 25, 2015. Retrieved February 17, 2023.
- ^ a b c d e f g "2014 Candidate Endorsements". wisaflcio.typepad.com. Wisconsin State AFL-CIO. August 26, 2014. Retrieved July 7, 2023.
- ^ a b c d e f g "Election 2014: Boilermakers recommend candidates". boilermakers.org. International Brotherhood of Boilermakers. Retrieved May 17, 2023.
- ^ a b c "PFAW's 2014 Federal Candidate Endorsements". pfaw.org. People for the American Way. Archived from the original on October 21, 2014. Retrieved July 7, 2023.
- ^ a b c "Endorsed Candidates". pdamerica.org. Progressive Democrats of America. Archived from the original on October 14, 2014. Retrieved May 17, 2023.
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- ^ a b c d e f g h "Wisconsin Statewide Results General Election - November 4, 2014 Official Results". Wisconsin Secretary of State. November 4, 2014. Archived from the original on January 16, 2015. Retrieved January 16, 2015.
- ^ "Peter Theron for Congress". Archived from the original on August 22, 2014. Retrieved August 13, 2014.
- ^ a b c "NALC Voter Guide". NALC. Archived from the original on November 3, 2014. Retrieved February 15, 2023.
- ^ a b c "2014 Endorsements". hrc.org. Human Rights Campaign. October 8, 2014. Archived from the original on November 3, 2014. Retrieved February 15, 2023.
- ^ a b c "All Federal Candidates 2014". nowpac.org. August 19, 2014. Archived from the original on May 6, 2017. Retrieved February 15, 2023.
- ^ a b "Candidates". boldprogressives.org. Progressive Change Campaign Committee. Archived from the original on October 22, 2014. Retrieved May 17, 2023.
- ^ "Tony Kurtz for Congress". Retrieved August 13, 2014.
- ^ "Membership". newdemocratcoalition-kind.house.gov. Archived from the original on September 19, 2014. Retrieved February 17, 2023.
- ^ "Running for Congress: Convicted felon Gary George". FOX6NOW. June 3, 2014. Retrieved June 4, 2014.
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- ^ "Petri won't seek re-election". Archived from the original on April 15, 2014. Retrieved April 14, 2014.
- ^ Terkel, Amanda. Glenn Grothman, Ultra-Conservative Wisconsin Lawmaker, Will Run For Congress. Huffington Post, 2014-04-03.
- ^ Joe Leibham, Mark Harris Enter Wide-Open Race in Wisconsin
- ^ State rep. announces run for Congress
- ^ a b Nathan L. Gonzales (April 16, 2014). "Ratings Update: Wisconsin's 6th District". rollcall.com. Roll Call. Retrieved April 20, 2023.
- ^ On Politics: Scott Fitzgerald says he won't run for Congress this year : Wsj
- ^ Reports: Duey Stroebel may challenge Tom Petri in a primary for Congress
- ^ Grothman will challenge Petri for Congressional seat
- ^ Petri to retire from House, Leibham considering run for seat
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- ^ Kyle Maichle. "Manitowoc Mayor Justin Nickels Declines Bid for Higher Office". wisconsinelectionwatch.com. Archived from the original on May 20, 2014. Retrieved April 20, 2023.
- ^ "Gus for Congress". gus for congress/. Gus for Congress. Archived from the original on July 20, 2014. Retrieved July 15, 2014.
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