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Takeaways From the Tom Tiffany, David Crowley Governor Debate
The candidates clashed over tax cuts, abortion limits and election certification as early voting began and polls showed a tight race.
- On Wednesday, October 21, 2026, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley and U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany sparred over taxes, abortion, and election integrity during their only gubernatorial debate at Marquette University in Milwaukee.
- As early voting began, recent polling showed Crowley leading Tiffany 49% to 46% among likely voters, with candidates clashing over economic strategies amid Wisconsin's $3 billion surplus debate.
- Tiffany proposed returning the $3 billion surplus through long-term property and income tax reductions, including a 10% cut for families earning under $150,000. Crowley called for a holistic tax structure review.
- On abortion, Tiffany pledged to uphold the 20-week ban, while Crowley stated decisions should remain between patients and doctors. Both candidates committed to certifying the 2028 presidential election results.
- With Election Day less than two weeks away, candidates continue debating school vouchers and transportation funding. This first open gubernatorial race since 2010 remains tightly contested.
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Leaning Left4Leaning Right3Center2Last UpdatedBias Distribution45% Left
Bias Distribution
- 45% of the sources lean Left
45% Left
L 45%
C 22%
R 33%
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