Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes to join crowded Senate Democratic primary

Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes announced a Senate run Tuesday in Milwaukee, adding yet another name to the already crowded Democratic primary race for the seat.

Barnes made the announcement in a video in which he touts his record and pledges to take on issues like climate change, voting rights, health care and education.

“When you stay focused on why you are running, nothing can slow you down.” Barnes says as he literally runs in the announcement video. “I’m Mandela Barnes, I’m running for US Senate and I’m running for the people of Wisconsin.”

A number of Democratic candidates have already announced campaigns in