Wisconsin State Assembly District 5

Current seat holder: Joy Goeben.

Joy Goeben

Joy Goeben was born in Wisconsin . Goeben graduated from Green Bay East High School.

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Housing & Infrastructure: “Currently I assist my husband in the operation of our family business, Classic Carpet Cleaning. I am motivated to run for office by my deep desire to serve the community. I have always valued serving others.” (Campaign website)
Education: “Some of my early memories of service include when I worked alongside my father in his work with the DAV, Disabled American Veterans, which instilled a deep value of community service that I still live out today. I have held two terms on the GBACH Board (GBACH is a 501(c)3 education oriented non-profit in the Greater Green Bay Area).” (Campaign website)
Priorities & Governance: “As a Wisconsin native and a lifelong resident of the greater Green Bay area, I want to give back to my community and support the freedoms and opportunities that we have known in this state for many years. Recently, I realized that the best way to address my concerns about our state government is to step up and work for positive changes that preserve conservative values.” (Campaign website)

Justin Schumacher

Justin Schumacher

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Taxes, budget & cost of living: “I'm Justin Schumacher - a lifelong Wisconsin resident, public servant, and community leader. I'm a proud Eagle Scout with experience in construction, local government, and parks management. I serve our community as Outagamie County Parks Director and Town Chair of Freedom. I believe in practical, accountable leadership rooted in conservation, fiscal responsibility, and community values.” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))
Campaign priorities & governance: “I’m a lifelong Wisconsin resident, public servant, and community leader dedicated to strengthening local government and preserving the values that make our communities thrive. I was raised with a strong work ethic, beginning my journey working on local farms and trap ranges, where I learned the importance of responsibility, perseverance, and respect for the land.” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))
Energy, environment & agriculture: “I’ve built my career in public service at the local level because I believe government has its greatest impact when it is closest to the people it serves. I currently serve as Parks Director for Outagamie County, overseeing major park systems, natural resources, and recreational programming that enhance quality of life for residents and visitors. In this role, I manage multimillion-dollar projects, lead staff teams, and work with community stakeholders to deliver responsible, forward-thinking solutions.” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))

David Schupbach

Wisconsin Green

David Schupbach (Green Party) is running for election to the Wisconsin State Assembly to represent District 5 . He advanced from the Green Party primary on August 11, 2026 .

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Taxes, budget & cost of living: “Lowering costs for Wisconsin families starts with making the economy work for everyone, not just those at the top. That means taking real action to reduce everyday expenses like housing, healthcare, childcare, and energy, while protecting working and middle-class families from higher taxes. At the same time, we must ensure the wealthiest individuals and large corporations pay their fair share by closing tax loopholes and ending special treatment that lets them avoid contributing what they owe.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey (2026))
Taxes, budget & cost of living: “A fair economy means asking millionaires to pay their fair share through a responsible millionaire's tax, while using those revenues to invest in education and Wisconsin roads. I would like to strengthen family farms by expanding access to credit, protecting farmland, and supporting local agriculture, so farmers can compete and pass their operations on to the next generation.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey (2026))