Wisconsin Capitol Building at night during Chrismas. MWC file photo by Mike Leischner
MILWAUKEE, WI (WSAU) — Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley has officially launched his campaign for Governor.
“I know what it’s like to struggle, and I know families across our state feel like they’re falling behind,” said Crowley in a press release. “With costs shooting up, we are all getting less, even if we’re making more. As Governor, I’ll fight every day to make sure that everyone in our state has access to what they need to succeed: good-paying jobs, more money in their pockets, affordable health care and housing, and fully funded public schools. Together, we can build a Wisconsin that works for all of us.
“As a legislator, I fought to protect the rights of people across our state, and as County Executive, I’ve led Wisconsin’s largest and most diverse county. The challenges I’ve addressed in Milwaukee County aren’t specific to one county or one political party; these are issues that communities face all across Wisconsin. I’ve balanced budgets, protected our environment, improved public safety, invested in small businesses, and made government more accessible to our residents, all while guiding us through a global pandemic. I’m running for Governor because, now more than ever, Wisconsin needs proven, experienced leadership. I will work every single day to improve the lives of people across our state.”
Crowley is the second Democrat to launch their campaign. The current Lieutenant Governor, Sara Rodriguez, is the other. Rumoured candidates include Attorney General Josh Kaul and former Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes. Republicans Josh Shoemann, the current Washington County Executive, and businessman Bill Berrien have also declared, with 7th Congressional District Representative Tom Tiffany and Northwoods State Senator Mary Felzkowski considering a run.
Berrien immediately released a statement slamming Crowley, calling him a career politician, adding that “It doesn’t matter who the Democrats nominate – I plan to beat them.”
Partisan Primaries are scheduled for next August, with the winners facing off during the November 2026 mid-term election.
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