Office of Governor Tony Evers *FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:* December 12, 2025 Contact: [email protected]    *Gov. Evers, First Lady Celebrate Hanukkah in Wisconsin *   MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers and First Lady Kathy Evers today shared a video message wishing Wisconsinites a happy Hanukkah as families and individuals across the state celebrate the start of The Festival of Lights.  

Gov. Evers, First Lady Celebrate Hanukkah in Wisconsin [ [link removed] ]

The governor and first lady’s video message is available on Gov. Evers’ YouTube page here [ [link removed] ], and a transcript of the video message is available below.

"Governor: Hey there, folks. Governor Tony Evers here.  "

"First Lady: And I’m First Lady Kathy Evers. We’d like to wish a very happy Hanukkah to all those celebrating across our state.  "

"Governor: This eight-day celebration is a beautiful time filled with lights and games, food and music, and of course, families and friends.   "

"First Lady: Hanukkah reminds us that through community and faith, we can find hope and light where there is darkness.  "

"Governor: And with all that is going on in the world today, it’s more important than ever to celebrate the light and resilience that the holiday of Hanukkah represents.  "

"First Lady: After all, we could all use a little more joy, a little more compassion, and a little more light in this holiday season.   "

"Governor: Each year, Kathy and I are proud to join the Jewish community here in Wisconsin in celebrating Hanukkah, and we remain committed to building a state that is more inclusive, that celebrates our Jewish friends and neighbors, and that stands united against hate.  "

"First Lady: Over the days ahead, as friends, families, and neighbors come together to celebrate, may we replace darkness with light, despair with hope, and sadness with joy.   "

"Governor: We hope that your celebrations are filled with making memories with those you love and with warmth and light.  "

"First Lady: And we wish you peace, prosperity, and joy during the Festival of Lights and always. "

"Governor: So, with that, Happy Hanukkah, Wisconsin, and take care, folks. "   An online version of this release is available here [ [link removed] ]. ###

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