Wisconsin State Assembly District 53

Taxes, budget & cost of living: “As a husband, father, and small business owner, I see the impact rising costs have on the family budget. Groceries, energy prices, housing, childcare costs, and property taxes are stretching families thin. The middle-class is the backbone of Wisconsin's economy and I will work to provide relief for families, retirees, and those with kids in childcare. You deserve to keep more of your hard-earned money.” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))

Healthcare & reproductive rights: “Having access to affordable healthcare is important for Wisconsin families, especially with continued rising costs. I believe in price transparency for healthcare, protecting those with pre-existing conditions, supporting postpartum care for mothers, and finding effective solutions to reduce costs and increase access.” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))

Public education & schools: “I support efforts to ensure transparency, options, and information are available to parents to make the best decisions on their child's education. Providing a quality education requires adequate resources in the classroom and accountability to ensure students are succeeding.” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))

Public education & schools: “Menasha has been my home for over 20 years. Growing up, my parents taught me the value of hard work and what it means to be part of a community. I carried these lessons with me as a public school teacher, a city council member, and as a mom.” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))

Campaign priorities & governance: “I believe in a government that works for people; that’s why I ran for City Council in 2013. My representative at the time was unwilling to listen and was focused on a political agenda rather than what was best for families and the community. I ran, and I won! During my 12 years of City Council experience, I learned that listening to each other and finding ways to work together get things done and improves the quality of life for everyone.” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))

Campaign priorities & governance: “I’m running for State Assembly District 53 because I’m committed to ensuring everyone in Fox Valley enjoys the best quality of life this community has to offer.” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))

Campaign priorities & governance: “I believe government should listen first, act responsibly, and reflect who it serves.” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))

Public education & schools: “I have sounded the alarm to local and state leaders because housing impacts everything: families, workers, seniors, local businesses, schools, and the long-term stability of our neighborhoods. I wrote and found support for Resolution 063-112024 to Request the Wisconsin State Legislature Pass Legislation to Stop Corporations from Purchasing Single-Family Homes; This resolution passed 29-5.” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))

Jobs, economy & workforce: “I’m Rachael Dowling, a County Board Supervisor in Winnebago County and a community advocate based in Menasha, Wisconsin. I’m also a multi small business owner, with nearly two decades of experience in operations, client service, project management, and communications. In addition, I work professionally as an FAA Part 107 licensed drone pilot, providing aerial documentation and imagery used for inspection, safety, and marketing purposes.” (Campaign website (accessed Oct 23, 2026))