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July 27, 2026

Andy 'Just a Guy' Manske’s Bid for Wisconsin Governor

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Andy 'Just a Guy' Manske’s Bid for Wisconsin Governor

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With just over two weeks until the Aug. 11 primary, we’re continuing our election coverage. Today, host Bianca Martin sits down with Andy Manske, a medical services technician and candidate in the Republican primary. They discuss Manske’s stance on AI data centers in Wisconsin, his electability, and how running as “just a guy” is his secret weapon.

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