COLUMBUS, Wis. — Small business owner Will Martin announced his candidacy for Wisconsin lieutenant governor today, joining a growing field of candidates seeking to fill the seat that will be vacated by current Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez.

Martin, who describes himself as a conservative, brings government experience from his service under former governors Tommy Thompson and Scott Walker. During his tenure, he led initiatives that grew jobs, expanded training programs and made housing more affordable across the state.

The candidate says he is committed to addressing what he calls the "quiet crisis" facing Wisconsin — people leaving the state while homeownership opportunities and jobs disappear. Martin's campaign platform centers on cutting state government costs and partnering with the private

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