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Republican Gov. Scott Walker says he would love a chance to run against Democratic Madison Mayor Paul Soglin.

The longtime mayor this weekend floated the possibility of running for governor next year when Walker is expected to seek a third term.

Walker dismissed Soglin this week as an "unabashed throwback to the 1960s radical liberal."

Walker also isn't giving Soglin any credit for Madison's strong economy, saying unemployment is low in the capital city because of state government and UW.

Soglin says, "Walker is terrified of anyone who knows how to create private sector jobs that move people out of poverty."

Madison Democratic Mayor Paul Soglin says he's considering challenging Gov. Scott Walker next year when the Republican is expected to seek a third term in office. 

Soglin told the State Journal the appeal of U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont in Wisconsin convinced him to rethink a gubernatorial run. 

Soglin said in December he wasn't interested in challenging Walker and previously thought a liberal from Madison would have a difficult time winning statewide.

Soglin did not say when he would make a decision. 

Other Democrats who are in the mix for a possible gubernatorial run include:

• Former Democratic Party of Wisconsin Chairman Matt Flynn.

• Milwaukee businessman and political newcomer Andy Gronik.

• State Rep. Dana Wachs, of Eau Claire.

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