Wausau elections · Candidate listing
Jamie Jo Carothers
Independent (write-in)
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Background
Jamie Jo Carothers is an independent write-in candidate for Wisconsin governor in the November 3, 2026 general election. A candidate profile reports that she earned an associate degree from Northeast Wisconsin Technical College and has worked as a writer and substitute teacher.
Sources: Smarter.Vote, Civoren
What the candidate has said
Statements are attributed to the linked sources.
Education and costs
She emphasized student wellness and education, the economy and cost of living, and balanced environmental policy. She also said Wisconsin should consider state-level approaches that have reduced essential living costs elsewhere and adapt what works locally.
Smarter.Vote, summarizing Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey and local interviewsInfrastructure
She has said she would invest in infrastructure to strengthen business opportunities.
Smarter.Vote, summarizing Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey and local interviews