Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez Enters Governor Race Amid Youth Movement

The 2025 gubernatorial races in Wisconsin and Florida are highlighting generational and ideological divides within both parties. In Wisconsin, Lt. Governor Sara Rodriguez, at 49, has launched her campaign with a youthful and energetic appeal, representing a younger generation eager to succeed Gov. Tony Evers, who is not seeking reelection. Other Democratic contenders in Wisconsin are similarly younger than Evers, while on the Republican side, candidates range from their early 40s to late 60s, with some speculation about former governor Scott Walker's potential return. Meanwhile, in Florida, GOP Rep. Byron Donalds, endorsed by President Donald Trump, is emphasizing gun rights and conservative values in his campaign, sharply contrasting with Democratic candidate David Jolly, who has faced criticism from both left and right for his past positions, including on firearms and abortion. Donalds' campaign strategy includes portraying Jolly as a radical leftist, despite Jolly's former Republican affiliation. These contests underscore the ongoing national debates about gun control, party identity, and generational change within the political landscape.