- Dr. Kristin Lyerly, a potential candidate in Wisconsin’s 8th Congressional District, shares her journey into politics, driven by firsthand experiences witnessing politicians’ influence on personal medical decisions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- As a proud Democrat, Dr. Lyerly navigates the complexities of the district, considering the impact of running for Congress versus maintaining her medical practice.
- With a focus on healthcare and exposing incumbent Mike Gallagher’s record, Dr. Lyerly emphasizes her commitment to patient care and proposes solutions to address healthcare disparities in Northeast Wisconsin.
Last week, we introduced you to a panel of women eyeing Congressman Mike Gallagher’s seat in the upcoming election. Tonight, we delve deeper into one of those contenders – Dr. Kristin Lyerly – to understand her motivations, vision, and potential impact on Northeast Wisconsin politics.
In a candid conversation, Dr. Lyerly, from De Pere revealed her journey into politics,
“As a physician, I’ve witnessed firsthand the repercussions of politicians influencing personal medical decisions,” Dr. Lyerly expressed. “This moral injury inflicted on our patients inspired me to enter the political realm and fight it on that level.”