WI-06 Democratic nominee?
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AUG 12, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleBusiness executive
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyModerate Democrat
GenderMale
LocationWisconsin
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BackgroundBusiness executive
EducationMaster of Business Administration (MBA), emphasis in Marketing
Notable personal detailsBradley Smith is a Democratic candidate for the U.S. House in Wisconsin’s 6th Congressional District. He is a U.S. Army National Guard veteran who served as a forward observer, reaching the rank of Staff Sergeant, and deployed for 14 months in support of the Global War on Terror. He has worked as a business leader and has been involved locally through youth activities and veteran-focused organizations in the Mequon/Thiensville area.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports a tax system that stops giving the biggest breaks to the wealthiest and corporations, rewards companies that create and keep good jobs in Wisconsin, and holds companies that take public money and then offshore or close operations accountable. Emphasizes investments in jobs, worker protections, and programs (healthcare, training, clean energy) funded through a fairer tax approach.
Healthcare
Supports affordable, usable healthcare as a right with policies to lower costs, protect coverage for pre-existing conditions, and keep care accessible in both rural and metro communities.
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Abortion & Reproductive Rights
The candidate supports defending reproductive freedom and states that women, not politicians, should have the right to make their own healthcare choices. The campaign frames protection of women’s medical rights as part of its platform.
Climate & Energy
Supports growing Wisconsin’s renewable energy economy by investing in solar and wind, protecting water and the energy grid, and requiring transparency and safeguards for large data center developments. Emphasizes clean energy investment to create local jobs while protecting land and lakes during the energy transition.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports common-sense gun safety measures including universal background checks, red flag laws, and secure storage while describing himself as a responsible gun owner and saying these policies respect the Second Amendment.
News
Brad Smith is running in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin’s 6th Congressional District, where he is competing with Amanda Bell for the chance to challenge Republican Glenn Grothman. The race is drawing attention because both candidates are laying out different plans on health care, housing, labor, and how to regulate AI data centers in the district. Smith’s campaign is part of the broader fight for a seat that could become competitive in the general election.
Endorsements
Endorsers of Brad Smith for WI-06 Democratic nominee?
Jodi Habush Sinykin
Elected official
Wisconsin State Senator Jodi Habush Sinykin endorsed Brad Smith for Congress.
Wisconsin Educator Association
Advocacy group
Wisconsin Educator Association endorsed Brad Smith in the Wisconsin 6th Congressional District race.
Wojo (Aaron Wojciechowski)
Political organization
Aaron Wojciechowski endorsed Brad Smith for Congress after ending his own campaign.
Wisconsin Education Association Council
Advocacy group
Wisconsin Education Association Council endorsed Brad Smith.
National Education Association
Advocacy group
National Education Association endorsed Brad Smith.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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We're monitoring and will update when new data impacts the race.
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