Mark Scheffler For Congress in 2026

A Campaign Built on Human Virtue

“I’m running for Congress because I believe we need to rebuild our politics on something deeper—on human virtue. Honesty, courage, perseverance, gratitude, optimism, resilience, goodwill, determination, and genuine respect for one another, even when we disagree. These are just a few of the values I try to live by every day. And I see those same virtues in the people of northeast Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District.”

“When I think about what’s broken in American politics, it’s not just the policies — it’s the tone, the attitude, the lack of decency. Somewhere along the way, we stopped expecting our leaders to lead with character. I think it’s time we focus on human virtue, and I think you want that too.”

-Mark Christopher Scheffler

Leadership for a Sustainable Environment Vote Mark Scheffler for Congress in 2026 Let’s Build a Future We Can Be Proud Of Get to Know Mark… Mark is a true American success story. From simple beginnings, he’s a lifelong Wisconsin resident, retired public school teacher, business owner, father, neighbor, musician, adventurer and active citizen.

A Sustainable Economy For A Lasting Prosperity

Turning the Corner Toward a Prosperity Economy

oday I want to talk to you about my transformative vision for our economy — one that moves us from a relentless pursuit of growth alone to a sustainable economy and an enduring prosperity. For decades, we’ve been told that economic growth alone is the ultimate goal. More production, more consumption, more debt, and more expansion have been the markers of progress. But this approach has come at a cost: there’s a genuine inability for millions of Americans to feel economically secure, we witness environmental degradation, social inequality, and a growing sense of instability. It’s time to rethink what prosperity truly means. A prosperity economy offers a new path forward—one that prioritizes balance and long-term well-being over short-term gains. It’s about creating an economy that grows but still fits within the planet’s ecological limits, ensuring that we use resources wisely and protect our environment for future generations. But a prosperity economy isn’t just about environmental sustainability. It’s also about social sustainability. It means investing in our families and communities, promoting fair wages, providing universal basic healthcare for all, helping workers achieve a share of ownership in the companies they serve, and ensuring that everyone has access to the essentials of a good life. Instead of measuring success by GDP alone, we measure it by your health, your happiness and your prosperity. In a prosperity economy, we still focus on growth, but growth alone isn’t the top priority. Businesses and farms thrive by being innovative and efficient, not by exploiting resources or people. We focus on quality over quantity, on durability over disposability.

This isn’t a step backward; it’s a leap forward. It’s about redefining progress so that we can all share in the benefits of a thriving, balanced, resilient, and sustainable economy. Together, we can turn the corner from an economy that only gets bigger but benefits fewer and fewer people to one that flourishes for the sake of true universal prosperity. It’s one of the key themes of my campaign – economic sustainability.

“It’s time to turn the corner from a growth economy to a prosperity economy, and I invite you join me as we work to jumpstart this important issue for not only the residents of northeast Wisconsin but as a model for the rest of the world.”

A Sustainable Society Strengthens Our Republic

building a sustainable society together In a healthy republic, a sustainable society means more than just civility—it means protecting the democratic institutions that make our country strong, inclusive, and enduring. It means making sure that every American, in every zip code, has an equal voice and a real stake in the outcome of our elections. And that starts with ending partisan gerrymandering—engineered by both political parties to rig outcomes and silence voters. It’s not just a problem in red states or blue states. It’s a problem everywhere. When politicians choose their voters instead of voters choosing their representatives, democracy erodes. I have an innovative plan to end partisan gerrymandering, to ensure accurate representation in every election, and to protect the voters from the whims of both political parties — plain and simple.

Democracy is worth defending And we must do more to protect the democratic institutions that keep our republic functioning. That means defending the independence of our courts, restoring trust in our elections, and pushing back against political violence and disinformation. It means respecting the peaceful transfer of power and holding leaders accountable—regardless of party—when they break the public trust. Democracy is not a given; it’s a system we have to actively protect every day.

Healthcare as a Human Right I believe that basic healthcare is a human right. No one should have to choose between paying the rent and seeing a doctor, or between buying medicine and putting food on the table. A healthy society and a prospering economy depends on ensuring that every person — no matter their income, age, or background — has access to quality, affordable care. Protecting health means protecting dignity, and it is a responsibility we must uphold together.

The Right to Privacy But a sustainable society doesn’t stop at the ballot box. It also means protecting one of the most fundamental human rights we have—and that’s the right to privacy. The right to control your own body. The right to control your personal data. The right to protect your communications from unwarranted surveillance. The right to read what you want, think what you want, explore ideas freely, and gather peacefully without fear. And yes—the right to express and identify yourself as you alone choose.

These rights are under attack—from state legislatures, from corporate profiteers, from authoritarian ideologues—and we need to say clearly: enough. That’s the republic I believe in. And that’s the future we can build—together. A Sustainable Society is a Prosperous Society A truly sustainable society is the foundation of lasting economic prosperity. When people are healthy, educated, and empowered to participate fully in civic life, they create stronger communities and more resilient markets. By protecting democratic institutions, ensuring equal opportunity, and safeguarding personal freedoms, we foster trust and stability — the conditions businesses need to thrive and families need to prosper. In short, social sustainability isn’t separate from economic success; it’s what makes prosperity durable and fair.

Social sustainability isn’t a partisan issue. It’s a promise we make to one another—that we will leave our children a country that’s not just freer or fairer than the one we inherited, but stronger because it protects the dignity of every individual and the voice of every voter.

Environmental Sustainability is Our Birthright

stewardship for the next generation Environmental sustainability means safeguarding the natural beauty and resources of this District, of our nation, and of the world. From our rivers and forests to our farmland and wetlands, this land is not just a backdrop to our lives—it’s a living inheritance passed down to us. And it’s our responsibility to protect it, not just for ourselves, but for our children and grandchildren. We must confront man-made climate change with urgency and purpose—not tomorrow, not someday, but now. Because clean air, fresh water, and healthy land aren’t partisan issues. They’re human issues. They’re economic issues. They’re about the lives we live and the future we want to build. The science is clear, the costs of inaction are mounting, and every delay deepens the damage. We know the path forward. We just need the courage to take it.

A benefit for us all And make no mistake: environmental sustainability isn’t a burden—it’s a benefit. It goes hand-in-hand with a sustainable economy. Clean energy jobs, regenerative agriculture, circular manufacturing—these aren’t distant dreams. They’re the foundations of the prosperity economy we need to build, right here in this District. The same policies that reduce pollution can lower energy bills, improve public health, and restore pride in the places we call home.

And no one understands stewardship better than our farmers, who have cared for this land for generations and want to pass it on in better shape than they found it.

“We can do this together. But it means rejecting short-term thinking and special interest influence. It means standing up to those who would strip-mine our future for a quick profit today. And it means embracing innovation, conservation, and cooperation—not as political slogans, but as governing principles.”

This is our moment to lead—not just to preserve what we love, but to regenerate it. Let’s show the country what environmental sustainability looks like when it’s rooted in local pride, scientific integrity, and common-sense values. Because the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the earth beneath our feet should be protected by all of us—for all of us.