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Zachary Roper: “I had the opportunity to run for the state assembly in…”

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Wisconsin Disability Caucus 2026 Governor Candidate Forum

Published April 21, 2026 | Video Starts at 06:41

I am 22 years old from Muskego, and I'm ready to be your next governor of Wisconsin. Public service has been something I've been passionate about for a very long time. Two years ago, I had the opportunity to run for the state assembly in District 84. where I spent months talking directly with voters, listening to concerns. Unfortunately, I did lose that race, but it was great starting ground. (06:41–06:46)

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“I was able to get 4,000 votes away from my Republican opponent, Chuck Wickers.”
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“For far too long, too many people have been left out of those conversations [about decisions that shape our state].”
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“I want to build a Wisconsin where everyone, regardless of ability, has access to health care support and real opportunity.”
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“Families feel like they have to fight just to be heard [in the system for accessing disability services].”
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“Cut down by 50% the insurance bills that people with disabilities have.”
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“As governor, I would increase support for caregivers by increasing their wages for direct care by at least 15%.”
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“I also want to invest in training and workforce development across the state with the goal of growing the caregiver workforce by at least…”
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“Right now, too many people with disabilities are put in a position where getting married can actually put their benefits or services at…”
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“As governor, I work to protect marriage equality while also pushing for policies that ensure people don't lose critical things they may…”
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“There are disparities in how the SSDI and related programs treat people.”
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“Individuals are penalized for trying to work or even earn more than what they already make.”
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“I would push for reforms that eliminate those disparities and raise income thresholds.”
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“My goal as governor would be to increase those thresholds by at least 20%.”
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“People who are blind shouldn't be forced to choose between financial stability and independence.”
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“As governor, I want to increase funding for IRIS by at least 15%.”
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“Set a goal to reduce wait times and delays by 50% within my first two years as governor.”
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“I would increase investment in affordable housing by at least 20%.”
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“Set a goal that at least 10% of the new housing developments meet fully accessibility standards.”
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“As governor, I would increase funding for transportation by at least 15%.”
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“Set the goal to reduce wait times in Wisconsin by at least 25%.”
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“Expand partnerships with rideshare and community based programs in our communities.”
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“A significant portion of individuals in our jails are there for non threatening violence or drug crimes.”
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“I work to reduce that by expanding diversion programs and treatment options with the goal of lowering nonviolent drug related incarceration…”
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“Increasing access to rehabilitation centers and mental health services.”
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“When funding for programs at respite care is reduced, it puts real pressures on families who are doing everything they can to support their…”
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“As governor, my focus would be on projecting and strengthening these programs by increasing the support for respiratory services by at least…”
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“Making sure families have reliable access when they need it.”
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“As governor, I would establish a statewide Advisory council made up of individuals from the disability community, whether that is…”
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“I would also hold regular public listening sessions across the state of Wisconsin and expand digital access so more people can participate…”
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“As governor, I would expand primary care workforce by increasing incentives for doctors to practice in underserved areas, including loan…”
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“My overall goal will be growing the primary care workforce by 15% statewide.”
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“I also invest in community healthcare clinics around Wisconsin and telehealth services to make more accessible places people can get health.”
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“As governor, I would increase funding for the DVR by at least 15% for the state surplus.”
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“I would hire more counselors and streamline the intake process much more faster so people can get connected to services faster rather than…”
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“I would also set a clear goal of reducing the DVR waitlist by 15% with the first two years of my term.”
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“We'll be done, while expanding partnerships with employers to create more job replacements across the state of Wisconsin.”
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“Access to prescription medicine is essential, especially for people in the disability community who rely on them every single day.”
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“Right now, costs are way too high, and access to those medications can be inconsistent.”
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“As governor, I would work to lower prescription drug costs by increasing price transparency and leveraging the state's purchasing power.”
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“Reducing out of pocket costs by 20% over my four years.”
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“I would also make sure that critical medications are fully covered on their state programs.”
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“Increasing funds for services, cutting waitlists down, expanding access to health care.”
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