Voters invited to watch 7th Congressional District candidate forum - July 21st

The League of Women Voters Greater Chippewa Valley invites the public to attend a free online watch party for the 7th Congressional District Candidate Forum on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at Northwood Technical College, 1900 College Drive, Rooms 241, 243, and 245, in Rice Lake. For convenience, park in the North Parking Lot and use building entrance N3.

The in-person forum will be held at Northcentral Technical College in Wausau and livestreamed to community watch parties throughout Wisconsin's 7th Congressional District, ensuring voters across this large geographic area can hear directly from the candidates.

All eight candidates whose names appear on the August 11 primary ballot were invited to participate in the forum. Candidates who accepted the invitation by the League's July 16 deadline will participate under the League of Women Voters' long-established, nonpartisan candidate forum procedures.

Candidate forums are a cornerstone of an informed electorate. By providing a fair, impartial setting in which candidates answer the same questions and discuss issues of public concern, the League helps voters compare viewpoints, evaluate qualifications, and make informed decisions at the ballot box.

The League of Women Voters neither supports nor opposes political parties or candidates for public office. Every participating candidate is given an equal opportunity to respond to questions under procedures designed to ensure fairness and impartiality.

"We believe democracy works best when voters have access to accurate information and the opportunity to hear directly from the candidates," said Jan Morlock, President of the League of Women Voters Greater Chippewa Valley. "Our goal is to provide a fair and respectful forum that helps voters make informed decisions before they cast their ballots."

The public is encouraged to attend this free event, regardless of political affiliation or viewpoint.

Event Details

What: 7th Congressional District Candidate Forum Watch Party

When: Tuesday, July 21, 2026 

Time: 6:30–8:00 p.m.

Where: Northwood Technical College, 1900 College Drive, Rooms 241, 243, and 245, Rice Lake, WI 54868

For convenience, park in the North Parking Lot and use building entrance N3.

In addition to the Rice Lake watch party, community watch parties will be held at locations throughout the 7th Congressional District. A recording of the forum will also be available on YouTube following the event.

The 7th Congressional District Candidate Forum is made possible through a collaboration of LWV Greater Chippewa Valley, LWV Marathon County, LWV of the Northwoods, LWV Ashland and Bayfield Counties, LWV Douglas County, LWV St. Croix Valley, and LWV Wisconsin, with our sincere thanks to Northwood Technical College for hosting this event.

The League of Women Voters Greater Chippewa Valley is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering voters and defending democracy through voter education, civic engagement, and advocacy. The League neither supports nor opposes political parties or candidates for public office.

For more information, contact:

Jan Morlock, President

League of Women Voters Greater Chippewa Valley, P.O. Box 75, Menomonie, WI 54751