Democratic Milwaukee County leader David Crowley joins the race for Wisconsin governor
David Crowley, 39, aims to be Wisconsin's first Black governor, highlighting his leadership experience and commitment to addressing statewide challenges in a competitive 2026 race.
- Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley formally launched his campaign for Wisconsin governor in 2026.
- Crowley grew up in poverty and was formerly a state Assemblyperson and the first Black Milwaukee County Executive.
- Crowley aims to be a "governor for all," focusing on lowering costs, affordable healthcare and housing, and funding education.
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Milwaukee County Exec. David Crowley officially enters Democratic primary for governor
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley (Photo by Isiah Holmes/Wisconsin Examiner)Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley launched his campaign for governor Tuesday morning, saying that his story is “Wisconsin’s story” and he wants to work to address the “affordability crisis” that many Wisconsinites are facing. Crowley had already said he was planning to enter the race just a day after Gov. Tony Evers announced he wouldn’t be running for a t…
Milwaukee Co. leader joins race for governor
The top-elected off cial in Milwaukee County, who rose out of poverty in one of the state's poorest neighborhoods, launched a bid for Wisconsin governor on Tuesday, saying his background and experience in off ce make him uniquely prepared for…
David Crowley Runs for Governor: 9 Key Things to Know, From Budget Deficits to ICE
(The Center Square) – Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley will run to be Wisconsin’s governor, his campaign announced Tuesday. Crowley will joint Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez in the field as a Democrat after Gov. Tony Evers announced he will not seek reelection. “I know what it’s like to struggle, and I know families across our state feel like they’re falling behind,” Crowley said in a statement. “With costs shooting up, we are all getting less,…
Crowley is 2nd Democrat to officially join Wisconsin governor race
(The Center Square) – Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley will run to be Wisconsin’s governor, his campaign announced Tuesday.
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