Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle claims OWI reform is a leading issue on his agenda, but he will not sign a student's pledge agreeing to resign if he is ever caught drinking and driving.

A group of students from Schofield created "Lacey's Pledge" and sent it to Wisconsin lawmakers. The namesake of the bill is Lacey Meinel, a local girl who was killed in a drunk driving accident. The pledge asked them to agree to resign if arrested for OWI. To their dismay, only one lawmaker actually signed the agreement. 

The Governor did issue a statement, saying he thinks he is already held accountable for his actions through the votes of his constituents.

Local WAOW News 9 quoted the Governor in full:

"Everyone knows that Governor Doyle is one of the strongest opponents of drunk driving in the nation. Since his days of being a District Attorney and later as Attorney General, Governor Doyle has consistently fought to protect the public from drunk drivers, which has meant tougher standards and enforcement, and more tools for treatment. His obvious commitment to this issue, which led to the 0.08 legal blood-alcohol limit, will drive further improvements and he appreciates all those who are helping to make Wisconsin's roads safer.

"Governor. Doyle applauds the D.C. Everest High School students for their focus on this issue and supports their goals. As everyone knows, the Governor does not drink and drive. However, with respect to the pledge, he feels democracy works best when elected officials are ultimately held accountable and responsible to their voters."