Currently holds the office of Wisconsin State Assembly - District 12 until January 4, 2027.
Candidate for Wisconsin State Assembly - District 12 in 2026 Wisconsin Primary Election.
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Get StartedGoodwin understands the importance of addressing capacity gaps in services such as one-on-one business coaching, financial education, and access to capital. By improving financial management skills among entrepreneurs and expanding programming for financial coaching, Goodwin hopes to empower small business owners to succeed. He also sees the need for more community development financial institutions to work directly with small businesses and advocates for coordinated funding efforts from philanthropic organizations to support and grow the small business community in Milwaukee. Learn more
Goodwin recognizes the need for a more cohesive approach to supporting small businesses in Milwaukee and aims to establish a centralized "front door" for entrepreneurs to access resources, similar to successful models in other cities like Kansas City and Detroit. By promoting collaboration among existing support organizations and providing seamless assistance to local entrepreneurs, Goodwin seeks to enhance the capacity and effectiveness of the small business support ecosystem in the city. Learn more
Russell Antonio Goodwin, Sr. Will continue working to address the critical challenges facing Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) by advocating for increased and more equitable state funding. He is committed to reforming the public school funding formula so schools are less reliant on local referendums and property taxes, and more supported through fair state investment, relieving the burden on homeowners while strengthening educational outcomes. Learn more
Goodwin will also work to ensure that educators are paid fairly, supported, and protected—recognizing that strong schools begin with strong teachers. He is committed to making sure we are not cutting teachers out of classrooms when students need them most, and that public school students have access to the qualified educators they deserve. By improving the overall funding structure, he aims to create stability that allows schools to retain talent and invest in student success. Learn more
Homeownership builds wealth, stability, and stronger communities, but too many families are still locked out. I’m running for re-election to change that. By expanding down payment assistance, homebuyer education, and support for current homeowners, we can help more families move from renting to owning, strengthening neighborhoods and creating opportunity for all. Learn more
For too long, the Northridge area has symbolized missed opportunity. With the site now facing demolition due to years of neglect and safety concerns, Russell sees not just what was lost—but what can be built. His plan focuses on creating a modern outdoor development featuring local and national retail, restaurants, food truck spaces, family entertainment, and community gathering areas. This reimagined space would not only restore pride to the neighborhood, but also create jobs, increase economic activity, and improve public safety. Learn more
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