Megan Lach
Megan Lach (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Wisconsin State Senate to represent District 28. She lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Lach also ran for election to the Wisconsin State Assembly to represent District 82. She did not appear on the ballot for the Democratic primary on August 13, 2024.
Lach completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Megan Lach was born in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. She earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin, River Falls in 2008. Her career experience includes working as a marketing professional.[1]
Elections
2024
Wisconsin State Senate
See also: Wisconsin State Senate elections, 2024
General election
General election for Wisconsin State Senate District 28
Incumbent Julian Bradley defeated Megan Lach in the general election for Wisconsin State Senate District 28 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Julian Bradley (R) | 63.1 | 70,543 |
 | Megan Lach (D)  | 36.8 | 41,170 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 98 | ||
| Total votes: 111,811 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Wisconsin State Senate District 28
Megan Lach advanced from the Democratic primary for Wisconsin State Senate District 28 on August 13, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Megan Lach | 99.8 | 13,863 |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.2 | 24 | ||
| Total votes: 13,887 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Wisconsin State Senate District 28
Incumbent Julian Bradley advanced from the Republican primary for Wisconsin State Senate District 28 on August 13, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Julian Bradley | 99.6 | 22,177 |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.4 | 87 | ||
| Total votes: 22,264 | |||
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Campaign finance
Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Lach in this election.
Pledges
Lach signed the following pledges.
Wisconsin State Assembly
See also: Wisconsin State Assembly elections, 2024
General election
General election for Wisconsin State Assembly District 82
Incumbent Scott Allen defeated Kevin Reilly in the general election for Wisconsin State Assembly District 82 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Scott Allen (R) | 57.2 | 18,632 |
 | Kevin Reilly (D) | 42.7 | 13,917 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 37 | ||
| Total votes: 32,586 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 82
Kevin Reilly defeated Samuel D'Amico in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 82 on August 13, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Kevin Reilly | 55.3 | 2,529 |
 | Samuel D'Amico | 44.5 | 2,034 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.2 | 10 | ||
| Total votes: 4,573 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Megan Lach (D)
Republican primary election
Republican primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 82
Incumbent Scott Allen advanced from the Republican primary for Wisconsin State Assembly District 82 on August 13, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Scott Allen | 99.5 | 5,669 |
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.5 | 26 | ||
| Total votes: 5,695 | |||
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Campaign themes
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Megan Lach completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Lach's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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My professional career has taken me across the country, and ultimately brought me back to Wisconsin to be close to family and surrounded by the place I call, "Home." Along the way experiencing leadership roles in my profession, and spending time in industries such as Banking, Real Estate Investment Trusts, Hospitality, Food and Beverage, and Technology. I currently work in digital marketing for a software company.
While my academic and professional pursuits have been fulfilling, nothing compares to the joy and challenge of being a single mother to my incredible 7-year-old. Parenthood has been my greatest teacher, shaping my values and driving my passion for creating a better future for all families in our state.
For the past five years, I've called Waukesha home. This vibrant city has captured my heart with its spirit and sense of community, reinforcing my commitment to serve its residents. My decision to run for the State Assembly was deeply rooted in my experiences as a woman navigating the complexities of our political landscape. Growing up, I witnessed firsthand how policies can profoundly impact the lives of women in our state. This awareness fueled my determination to be a voice for change and advocate for equity and justice.- I'm not a politician, I'm a single mom that believes our state government should work harder for everyone. Creating a community for all to have the opportunity to thrive.
- The number one question you're asked when running for office is, "why?" I grew up in Wisconsin, and there are many reasons I can list including reproductive rights, women's rights, education, and personal freedoms.
One night I was thinking about this question during bedtime with my 7 year old daughter. Doing my best to not fall asleep myself (parents - I see you!). When I reduce all the reasons listed above and more, it may sound cheesy, the bottom line is love.
Love for my state, my community - love for my daughter's future. Her right to choose who she wants to be, who she wants to love, the education she will have access to, the books she can read, and proper access to healthcare throughout her life. - I care deeply for every aspect of our state. It's our home. We have some of the most beautiful cities and towns, as well as country side and farms. While attending college, I became friends with many people studying agriculture to run their family farms. This cornerstone of our community is also important to focus on. Farmers feed our community and we need to make sure they have the support they need and as small businesses are often overlooked.
Education
Our Economy
Public Safety
Affordable Childcare
I felt like I could identify with her in many ways. With the exception of the difficult family circumstances - I had a lovely childhood. When I was younger I loved escaping to books, and Matilda was a young strong female character that stood up for herself.
She grew up during the depression, and didn't have many books in her home. So, as an adult, she surrounded herself with books, and loved to read about political figures and sharing her own thoughts and experiences.
One time she told me about her letters to the White House during the Vietnam War. Her oldest son was serving, and everyday in the newspaper she would read about soldiers who were killed. She would cut those names out of the paper and mail them to the White House, day after day, for weeks. She finally received a cease and desist letter as a result.
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Ballotpedia survey responses
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Megan Lach did not complete Ballotpedia's 2024 Candidate Connection survey.
Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on April 16, 2024
