John Leiber

Leiber earned a bachelor's degree in history from the University of Wisconsin at Parkside in 2000 and a law degree from the University of Wisconsin Law School in 2021. Leiber's professional experience includes working as a real estate attorney; an attorney for the Klein Law Office; a tax representative for the Wisconsin Department of Revenue; a research assistant for the Wisconsin State Assembly; and a substitute teacher for the Racine Unified School District. In the Wisconsin State Assembly he was a staffer for state Sen. Van Wanggaard ([R) and for former state Rep. Tom Weatherston (R). He was also president of the Caledonia Parks and Recreation Commission and on the housing commission in Racine, Wisconsin.[1][2][3]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I'm an attorney and I used to work in the Wisconsin Legislature as a staffer. I live in Cottage Grove, WI, with my wife.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

I'm a true fiscal conservative.Sound financial management at the state level is critical to taxpayer success.This office doesn't need to be expanded. The only employee is the Treasurer, and I'm equipped to handle the job.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Sound fiscal management and small government.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

The Office of the Treasurer was created in Wisconsin's first State Constitution. This office is the only one which focuses solely on the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands and its trust fund.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Reliability, responsibility, and fiscal conservatism.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Being an effective member of a board and having a proven work ethic.

What responsibilities of this office do you personally consider the most important?

Serving on the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands and managing the trust fund.

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

Because only one person staffs the office, the Treasurer, it's crucial to choose a person with a strong professional ethic who will be responsible and accountable for the entire 4-year term.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

Yes, particularly since the only employee is the Treasurer. There is not staff. Understanding the mission of this office, how to interact with the legislature and executive branch, and being a skilled financial manager are all beneficial to best serve taxpayers as Treasurer.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

The most important skills and expertise for this position include having board membership experience, since the Treasurer is one of 3 commissioners on the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands. It's also important to understand how financial investments work to best manage these assets for the future.

Campaign website

John Leiber's campaign website stated the following:

Reliable. Responsible. Ready.

We need a Treasurer who will focus on the actual duties of the office, and not try to grow government. Rather than grow government and add new programs, I will carry out the duties of the Treasurer and advocate for saving your tax dollars.

As a true fiscal conservative, I am committed to the sound financial management of assets overseen by the Office of the Treasurer and the Board of Commissioners of Public Lands. This investment needs to be well managed and robust both now and in the future. We need a Treasurer who can properly manage your money.

The only person who works in the Office of the Treasurer is the Treasurer. You can count on me to administer this office without growing government and without using it as a stepping stone to another office.

We need a conservative administration in Wisconsin and 2022 can be the first time in decades we hold all 5 executive offices. I will be an asset to the party ticket in November, not jeopardizing this opportunity for conservative leadership.

Please check out my videos on Facebook and LinkedIn![4]

—John Leiber's campaign website (2022)[5]