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Joel Brennan: “There were 18 states, I think that as of January 1st did…”

Featuring: Joel Brennan, Democratic | Candidate, Governor of Wisconsin

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Joel Brennan – February 10, 2026 live interview

Published | Video Starts at 16:57

Well, I don't find anybody who wants to stand in the same place and I don't either. I think we need to. There were 18 states, I think that as of January 1st did something on the minimum wage even this year. And Wisconsin is still an island amongst some of our neighbors and other places. In staying and standing Pat at 725, the first thing we need to do is move that closer to $15 an hour and ultimately towards what? (16:57–17:04)

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Asserts that 18 states took action on the minimum wage as of January 1st.

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