Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Rebecca Bradley announced she won't seek re-election, citing a shift towards partisanship. Her decision leaves a crucial open seat in a state known for fiercely contested judicial elections. Liberals now have a chance to strengthen their 4-3 majority on the court. The upcoming election is expected to be expensive and highly competitive, following recent races that broke spending records and attracted national attention due to issues like abortion rights. One liberal candidate, Appeals Court Judge Chris Taylor, has already announced her candidacy.

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