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Jill Schindler
Elections and appointments
Last election
November 5, 2024
Education
High school
Jacksonville High School
Bachelor's
Southern Illinois University, 1992
Personal
Profession
IT manager
Contact

Jill Schindler (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Wisconsin State Assembly to represent District 83. She lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Schindler completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Jill Schindler graduated from Jacksonville High School. She earned a bachelor's degree from Southern Illinois University in 1992. Her career experience includes working as an IT manager.[1]

Elections

2024

See also: Wisconsin State Assembly elections, 2024

General election

General election for Wisconsin State Assembly District 83

Incumbent Dave Maxey defeated Jill Schindler in the general election for Wisconsin State Assembly District 83 on November 5, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Dave Maxey
Dave Maxey (R)
 
60.9
 
23,772
Image of Jill Schindler
Jill Schindler (D) Candidate Connection
 
38.9
 
15,194
 Other/Write-in votes
 
0.1
 
53

Total votes: 39,019
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 83

Jill Schindler advanced from the Democratic primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 83 on August 13, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Jill Schindler
Jill Schindler Candidate Connection
 
99.9
 
5,379
 Other/Write-in votes
 
0.1
 
8

Total votes: 5,387
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 83

Incumbent Dave Maxey advanced from the Republican primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 83 on August 13, 2024.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Dave Maxey
Dave Maxey
 
99.4
 
7,762
 Other/Write-in votes
 
0.6
 
43

Total votes: 7,805
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Campaign finance

Endorsements

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Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Candidate Connection

Jill Schindler completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Schindler's responses.

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I am a long-term New Berlin resident who moved here in the early 2000's when I met my husband. I love this community and am proud to call Wisconsin home. I attended Southern Illinois University and work in IT and Financial Services. My years of corporate leadership, often being the only woman in the room have taught me how to bring people together, deliver results, stand up for a cause, and be a voice for others.

In my family we believe love, compassion, and kindness are the highest expression of our humanity. I would like to see more of this in our politics and end the divisiveness and separation that keeps us from solving real problems that matter to the people of our state.

I am honored to run for State Assembly District 83 on the Democratic ticket this fall and give the people of our community a clear choice this fall.
  • When we have a strong middle class, everyone wins. We need to do everything in our power to continue to foster growth in our state and community that enable a strong middle class. Attract investment and economic development in our state that creates good paying long-term jobs. Increase Labor rights and support fair wages in Wisconsin. This is a key contributor to creating and maintaining a strong middle class. Safe working conditions, fair pay, and benefits that respect and protect Wisconsin's labor force and families.
  • I stand with women and the importance of keeping access available for abortion in Wisconsin. Unfortunately, it is more important than ever who we elect at the local level to preserve these basic reproductive healthcare rights women have held for over 50 years. I continue trust women along with their families and doctors to make these very difficult and personal decisions. I will fight for and defend women's reproductive freedoms in Wisconsin.
  • Increase affordable housing and childcare. We need to make it more affordable for individuals and families to thrive.
Affordable housing and childcare, worker's rights, women's reproductive rights, improving public education, housing and economic development, reducing crime, protecting Wisconsin's agriculture, biodiversity, and natural resources.
I look up to people of good character, integrity, and intelligence who work toward the greater good and give back through service to others while raising the collective consciousness for the better. People like: Barrack and Michelle Obama, Oprah Winfrey, Ruth Bader Ginsberg, Ketanji Brown, Jackson, Mother Theresa, Liz Chenney. Ghandi.
Accountability, Integrity, honesty, selflessness, listening skills, trustworthiness, ability to communicate effectively, service to others, passion to fight for a cause and stand up for others.
Tireless Work Ethic

Passion for people and service
Strong Integrity
Compassionate
Highly Accountable
Leadership Experience
Creative problem solver
Change leader
Listener
Innovative
Good Communicator

Authentic
Legislation: Proposing, debating, and voting on laws that affect the state of Wisconsin.

Representation: Serving as the voice for my constituents in the Assembly. Listening to the concerns and needs of all the people my district and advocating for their interests.

Oversight: Monitoring and oversight to ensure laws are properly enforced and public funds are used effectively.

Supporting Constituents: Helping constituents in my district navigate government services and any issues they encounter.

Budgeting and Appropriations: Participating in the budget creation and approval process.

Legislative Committees: Serving on committees that focus on specific policy areas.
Be part of the most productive and effective state legislature Wisconsin has ever known.
I remember when the wall came down between East and West Germany. As a child I found it incomprehensible that people were trapped in a country and unable to come and go as they pleased. To learn many lost their lives trying to escape was horrifying to think about.

The unforgettable joy of watching the people of Germany climbing the wall and tearing off pieces is etched in my memory. This was the first time I realized how truly lucky I was to be free and how grateful I was to be an American.
My first job was when I was in 5th grade. I had a paper route and delivered the daily paper rain or shine. On Saturdays, I would knock on doors and collect payments while having fun getting to know my neighbors and my neighborhood. I kept this job until I was 15 and able to get a work permit.
I Know This Much is True by Wally Lamb. It is a story about struggle, family history, and redemption.
Hermione Granger from the Harry Potter series. She is known for her intelligence, bravery, and loyalty.
Growing up in poverty was hard and I often felt shame about it. As a kid I was on the free lunch program, and we were always worried about money and how to make ends meet. As tough as that was, I learned a good work ethic and worked myself through college with scholarships and Pell Grant money. As tough as it was, I always knew there were others that it much harder.

Looking back now, I am deeply grateful for these experiences. Yes, it would have been easier if I had a car and a college fund, but I wouldn't have learned how capable and able I was to make my way in the world. I am grateful for these experiences because I also understand that while I may have been living in poverty, I still had shoes on my feet and bootstraps I could pull up while there are still many that don't even have boots.
The ideal relationship between governor and state legislature is one of collaboration and balance where both branches respect their distinct roles while working together to govern effectively.
Workforce shortages - finding ways to attract and retain workers will be crucial for maintaining economic growth.

Aging population: An aging population will place pressure on healthcare systems, long-term care facilities, and social services.

Economic Diversification and Innovation: Wisconsin's economy has been largely manufacturing dependent, but changes in global trade, automation, and technology advancement continue to shift this dynamic. We will need to shift to investments in new technology, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing.

Healthcare access and costs: Rural areas in Wisconsin face a shortage of healthcare providers and facilities, which can lead to poorer outcomes for residents. Rising healthcare costs, both for individuals and the state, will continue to be a challenge.

Educational System and Workforce Development: Ensuring K-12 schools, particularly rural and low-income have adequate funding and resources to address achievement gaps that create the workforce of the future. Wisconsin must focus on upskilling its workforce and expanding vocational and technical training.

Environmental Sustainability and Climate Change: Climate Resilience will be important for Wisconsin as we will face challenges with extreme weather. Wisconsin's agricultural sector is a major part of the state's economy. Water quality issues and aging water infrastructure will need to continue to be dealt with.

Affordable Housing: A lack of affordable housing, particularly in urban and suburban areas is a concern. This affects economic development and our ability to attract workers.

Infrastructure and Modernization: Our aging infrastructure needs significant investment to support the economy. Expanding broadband internet, especially for rural areas will also be important as this effects education and economic opportunities.
Ideally, I think state legislature benefits from a balance of both experienced and novice legislators. Experienced legislators bring knowledge, expertise, and connections that help navigate the complexities of government, while new legislators inject fresh ideas, openness to bipartisanship, less tied to special interests, nd have closer ties to constituents.
Yes, it is highly beneficial to build relationships with other legislators. These relationships are crucial for effective governance, advancing policy, and representing constituents.
Why don't skeletons fight each other? Because they don't have any guts.
Job training and workforce development bill to ensure Wisconsin is building the skills we need to compete for the future.
Audit Committee, Committee on Campaigns and Elections, Committee on Children and Families, Assembly Rules Committee
Financial transparency and government accountability are the cornerstones of a working government.
A state ballot initiative depends on the goals of the initiative. However, I believe there are some advantages such as: increased voter empowerment, bypassing legislative gridlock, responding to urgent issues, testing new ideas, check on power, boosts participation.

This does not work well for complex issues or ballot initiatives that are intentionally made difficult or misleading to understand. There must be transparency, budget for communication, and elimination of special interests.

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Campaign finance summary


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Jill Schindler campaign contribution history
YearOfficeStatusContributionsExpenditures
2024Wisconsin State Assembly District 83Lost general$3,838 $3,795
Grand total$3,838 $3,795
Sources: OpenSecretsFederal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).

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Footnotes

  1. Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on September 10, 2024


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