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A Campaign Build on the Common Good

About the Mark Scheffler for Congress Campaign

 

“I’m running for Congress because I believe we need to rebuild our politics on something deeper—on human virtue. Honesty, courage, perseverance, gratitude, optimism, resilience, goodwill, determination, and genuine respect for one another, even when we disagree. These are just a few of the values I try to live by every day. And I see those same virtues in the people of northeast Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District.”

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A People-Powered Movement for Northeast Wisconsin  |  Driven by People, Free From Corporate PAC Money  |  Forward Together: Reclaiming Our Regional Voice

“When I think about what’s broken in American politics, it’s not just the policies — it’s the tone, the attitude, the lack of decency. Somewhere along the way, we stopped expecting our leaders to lead with character. I think it’s time we focus on the common good, and I think you want that too.”

- Mark Scheffler

STEWARDSHIP  FOR THE NEXT GENERATION 

A Different Kind of Democrat Running a Different Kind of Campaign

Our Commitments to Northeast Wisconsin

  • 100% Corporate PAC-Free: We accept zero dollars from corporate PACs, special interest groups, or party-machine funds. Mark represents the people of the 8th District, not the corporate donors undercutting our economic independence
  • The $5-per-Voter Budget Discipline: Politics should be about community trust, not a multi-million-dollar arms race. Our campaign strictly caps its overall operational spending at a disciplined $5 per voter across the district.
  • Keeping 90% of Campaign Dollars Local: We practice the economic sustainability we preach. Our goal is to have 90% of every dollar this campaign spent right here in Northeast Wisconsin—hiring local team members, supporting local events, and using in-district print shops and small business vendors.
  • Focusing on a Prosperity Economy: Our platform champions modern, common-sense solutions grounded in regional growth. This includes pushing forward the “Field to Flight” initiative—uniting our local agricultural, manufacturing, and technical training sectors to build an aviation and renewable energy innovation hub right here in the Fox Valley.
  • Tax Reform That Holds Billionaires Accountable: The current system allows giant corporations and billionaires to exploit endless loopholes, leaving regular families to foot the bill. Mark’s platform replaces this broken tax code with a simplified micro-tax on massive corporate and high-wealth financial transactions. By capturing revenue directly from these massive transactions, this system ensures the ultra-wealthy finally pay their fair share while lowering the burden on working families.
  • Civility and Objectivity Over Partisanship: We refuse to weaponize the politics of resentment and fear. Winning our district means building broad coalitions, bridging political divides, and anchoring national governance back in the common-sense, neighborly virtues of the good people of Wisconsin. 
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Funded By People, Not a Political Machine
"I’ll be nobody’s Congressman but yours, because integrity and loyalty matter."
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Running My Campaign on a Balanced Budget
"I’ll prove that I can be fiscally responsible from the start – taxpayers deserve no less."
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Supporting businesses and vendors here in Northeast Wisconsin
90% of my funds will stay right in our District
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Clear Voting Logistics & Deadlines

Navigating election rules can be confusing, but making your voice heard shouldn't be. Here is exactly what you need to know to cast your ballot for Mark Scheffler in Wisconsin's 8th Congressional District.

 

1. Check Your Voter Registration Status:

Do this today.

Visit the official state portal at MyVote.wi.gov to verify you are registered at your current address. If you've moved recently, you will need to update your registration with a valid proof of residence.

 

2. Online & Mail-In Registration Deadline:

July 22, 2026

This is the last day to register to vote online or via a mail-in form for the upcoming primary election. After this date, you must register in person at your local municipal clerk’s office or right at your polling place on Election Day.

 

3. Request Your Absentee Ballot:

By August 6th, 2026 (5:00 PM)

Any registered voter in Wisconsin can request a mail-in absentee ballot for any reason. Your request must be submitted online or received by your municipal clerk by 5:00 PM on this date.

 

4. Vote in the Partisan Primary Election

Tues, August 11, 2026

This is the critical first step. Polls are open from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. You can register to vote in-person directly at your designated polling place today. If voting absentee, your ballot must be received by your municipal clerk by 8:00 PM tonight to be counted.

 

5. Vote in the General Election

Tues, November 3, 2026

The final step to bringing independent leadership to Washington. Keep an eye out for updated registration deadlines in mid-October as we head toward November!

 

Frequently Asked Questions for 8th District Voters

What do I need to bring to the polls? To receive a ballot, you must present a valid photo ID (such as a Wisconsin driver’s license, state ID card, military ID, or US passport). If you are registering to vote at the polls on Election Day, you must also bring a document proving your current residence, like a utility bill, bank statement, or residential lease.

Am I located in Wisconsin's 8th Congressional District? The 8th District spans Northeast Wisconsin. If you live or vote in Appleton, Green Bay, the Fox Cities, the Door Peninsula, Oconto, Marinette, or Shawano, you are in our district and can vote for Mark!

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