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Jean Grow's avatar

I'm sad to see you go and I'd also like to say here, publicly - if the National Dems had selected you as our chair, the party would be in MUCH better shape.

With gratitude - I wish you all the best.

Tom Pod's avatar

So true Jean. I put him as my choice over and over again. He was first brought to my attention by the outstanding Princess Bride read through! What a stunning achievement!

Jean Grow's avatar

Thanks Tom. Ben has been an incredible asset to WI - and to the party. Keeping us purple & often blue.

It’s easy to run a state party that’s solid blue. Ben had the goods. It’s a great loss.

Dawna Stromsoe's avatar

Ben, I understand the need to step away and evaluate the future. I was very disappointed that you were not selected as DNC Chair as you clearly have the fierceness, intelligence and integrity to lead as well as the engaging charismatic personality to be a excellent interview/spokesperson.

Mim Eisenberg (NYer now in GA)'s avatar

Agreed.

Thanks, Ben, for whatever you'll be continuing to do behind the scenes and in front of the camera to help lead our nation back from this horrid Maladministration II.

And thanks for letting those of us who cannot pay for a subscription at this time to comment here.

Janet Frohnmayer's avatar

You have been a transformational leader in Wisconsin and your exemplary, principled, and disciplined leadership has had ripple effects across the country. I’ve seen it both as someone deeply engaged in politics and as a WI volunteer from a blue state. So excited to see what you do next - after some very well deserved rest. With deep appreciation!

Allison Evans Richardson's avatar

You will be desperately missed at the helm of our state’s party, but you have earned every second and more of long-overdue time with your family. I look forward to following your success in whatever lies ahead. Thank you!

Denise's avatar

The people of Wisconsin (and the nation) owe you a tremendous amount of gratitude. If it were not for you, my family would have likely moved out of Wisconsin. We are going to miss you tremendously. The DNC could have used your leadership. I hope this means you will be running for office down the road!

Kim Whittaker's avatar

Ben, Huge admiration for what you have done. Was hoping you could share your secret sauce with all State Party Chairs as the DNC Chair. We need you in the fight. I'm sure a Dem campaign is gonna make an offer you can't refuse. Enjoy the summer with your family ...and the little dog too! Thank you so very much!!

Stacey Jenkins's avatar

Thank you Ben! I was impressed by your work when I saw your interview with Brian Tyler Cohen regarding the head of DNC! Needless to say I was disappointed when Ken Martin won. I watched his interview with BTC and felt your vision for the Democratic Party was better

Linda Hinckley's avatar

I wish you well in your next endeavors and thank you for your leadership and service to the Democrátic Party of the amazing state of Wisnosin!

Nenapoma's avatar

Take a rest comeback stronger than ever

Arkansas Blue's avatar

Good luck to you, Ben, in all your future endeavors.

Mamavalveeta03's avatar

I’m so sad that Wisconsin is losing you, Ben. But I trust that you’ll continue to do great things for the party at whatever level you see fit. Go spend more time with your wonderful family and know that you have our eternal gratitude!

Michelle Jordan's avatar

Best wishes going forward!

Dreamer's avatar

A thank you hardly seems like enough. Recharge. We will need you again soon.

Chris Lyke's avatar

Thanks, Ben, for all you have done

James98250's avatar

Thank you Ben. Wisconsin has been a ray of light in these difficult times.