David Crowley
Coverage of David Crowley in the Nexus archive.
- Wisconsin’s chaotic primary for governor highlights Democrats’ identity crisis
Wisconsin's Democratic primary for governor is marked by chaos, with candidates dropping out and re-entering the race, shifting endorsements, and a lack of clear leadership. Francesca Hong leads in polls but faces skepticism within the party, while other candidates like Sara Rodriguez and David Crowley struggle with controversies and backlash.
- Polls show Hong leading with almost half of voters undecided
Francesca Hong leads in Marquette Law School and rival polls for the Democratic governor primary, with over 40% of voters undecided. Internal polls from competitors also show Hong ahead, though skepticism remains about her viability against Republican Tom Tiffany.
- Democrats crash their own party
Maine Democrats organized a mini-primary to replace their US Senate nominee, while Wisconsin Democrats endorsed a candidate after another's campaign collapsed. The party faces challenges over legitimacy and accusations of rigging primaries, with Ben Wikler advocating for year-round organizing and structural reforms.
- Messy primaries plague both major political parties, causing chaos and confusion in the midterms
Both major political parties face chaotic primaries due to internal conflicts and strategic missteps. Republicans struggle with Trump's influence and policy disruptions, while Democrats confront divisions between moderates and progressives, with key races in Wisconsin and Maine at risk due to candidate scandals and primary battles.
- Messy primaries plague both major political parties, causing chaos and confusion in the midterms
Midterm campaigns for both major political parties have descended into chaos due to internal conflicts and missteps. Republicans face challenges from President Trump's focus on purging dissent and Iran war policies, while Democrats grapple with internal divisions between moderates and progressives, leading to primary scandals and candidate implosions.
- Wisconsin Democrats want to allow absentee voters to cast a new primary ballot
Wisconsin Democrats request voters who cast absentee ballots in the governor's primary be allowed to vote again due to candidates dropping out and re-entering the race. Over 80,000 ballots have already been returned, and the request is expected to lead to a lawsuit ahead of the Aug. 11 primary.
- Wisconsin Democrats want to allow absentee voters to cast a new primary ballot
Wisconsin Democrats are requesting that voters who cast absentee ballots in the governor's primary be allowed to vote again due to multiple candidates dropping out and re-entering the race. Over 80,000 absentee ballots have already been returned, and the request is expected to lead to a lawsuit ahead of the August 11 primary.
- Wisconsin Democrats push elections commission to rescind guidance on absentee ballot revotes
The Democratic Party of Wisconsin has requested the Wisconsin Elections Commission to retract guidance limiting voters from changing absentee ballots if their preferred candidate withdraws. The guidance, issued July 9, states that a candidate's withdrawal is not sufficient reason for a new ballot, contradicting prior state law and legal precedents. Over 80,000 absentee ballots have already been returned ahead of the Aug. 11 primary.
- Evers’ endorsement shuffles Wisconsin gubernatorial race
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers endorsed David Crowley for governor, shifting the Democratic primary race after a campaign finance scandal forced Sara Rodriguez to exit. Crowley re-entered the race following Republican-backed ads targeting Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist candidate. Evers' endorsement sparked tension with Mandela Barnes and Hong supporters.
- Crowley reenters governor’s race with Gov. Evers’ endorsement
David Crowley, Milwaukee County Executive, reentered the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor after recently suspending his campaign and endorsing Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez, who withdrew due to a campaign finance scandal. The Democratic field now includes Crowley, Rep. Francesca Hong, Rep. Kelda Roys, Mandela Barnes, and Joel Brennan.
- David Crowley reenters battleground Wisconsin’s Democratic governor primary with Governor Evers’ backing
David Crowley reentered Wisconsin’s Democratic governor primary with Governor Tony Evers’ endorsement after initially suspending his campaign. The primary, set for August 11, includes candidates like Francesca Hong and former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes, following Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez’s exit due to a campaign finance scandal.
- David Crowley reenters battleground Wisconsin’s Democratic governor primary with Gov. Evers’ backing
David Crowley reentered the Wisconsin Democratic governor primary with outgoing Gov. Tony Evers' endorsement after initially withdrawing. The primary, now including candidates like Francesca Hong and Mandela Barnes, follows Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez's exit due to a campaign finance issue.
- Evers backs Crowley’s comeback bid in Wisconsin governor’s race
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers endorsed David Crowley's revived gubernatorial campaign following Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez's exit from the race. Evers emphasized support for a governor who will advocate for Wisconsin residents.
- Gov. Tony Evers to endorse David Crowley in Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial primary
Tony Evers is endorsing David Crowley in Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial primary following the exit of another candidate. Crowley, who previously withdrew his bid to support the departing candidate, now faces multiple opponents including Mandela Barnes and Francesca Hong ahead of the August 11 primary.
- Gov. Tony Evers to endorse David Crowley in Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial primary
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers is endorsing David Crowley in the Democratic gubernatorial primary. The race includes candidates like Francesca Hong, Mandela Barnes, and Kelda Roys, following the exit of Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez due to a campaign finance issue.
- Gov. Tony Evers to endorse David Crowley in Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial primary
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers endorses Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley in the state's Democratic gubernatorial primary.
- Gov. Tony Evers to endorse David Crowley in Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial primary
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers has endorsed David Crowley in the Democratic gubernatorial primary, following the exit of Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez due to a campaign finance scandal. The primary, set for August 11, includes candidates such as Francesca Hong, Mandela Barnes, Kelda Roys, and Joel Brennan, with the winner facing Republican Tom Tiffany in the general election.
- David Crowley set to rejoin Wisconsin governor’s race after lieutenant governor exit
David Crowley will rejoin the Wisconsin governor’s race after Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez ended her bid due to a campaign finance scandal. Crowley announced his return via social media, hinting at a 'big announcement' in his campaign.
- David Crowley restarts Wisconsin governor bid after Sara Rodriguez quits race over finance problems
David Crowley restarts his Wisconsin governor campaign after Sara Rodriguez exited due to campaign finance issues. Rodriguez abandoned her bid citing financial concerns as a distraction, while Crowley, who previously endorsed her, will re-enter the Democratic primary less than two weeks after withdrawing.
- Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez quits Democratic governor’s race over campaign finance problems
Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez ended her Democratic primary campaign for governor due to campaign finance issues, including a significant financial shortfall. She cited the need to avoid distractions ahead of the Aug. 11 primary, where Democrats will choose a successor to Gov. Tony Evers.
- Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez quits Democratic governor's race over campaign finance problems
Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez ended her Democratic primary campaign for governor due to financial issues she described as a distraction. She resigned her campaign manager after discovering unexplained financial shortfalls and cited the need to avoid clouding the election.
- Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez quits Democratic governor’s race over campaign finance problems
Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez ended her Democratic primary campaign for governor due to campaign financial issues, stating the problems would be a distraction. She fired her campaign manager after discovering a significant shortfall in funds and cited the need to avoid clouding the upcoming August 11 primary.
- Milwaukee County Exec. David Crowley drops bid for governor, narrowing Democratic primary field
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley ended his campaign for Wisconsin governor, narrowing the Democratic primary field to five candidates. The remaining candidates are Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez, Mandela Barnes, Rep. Francesca Hong, Sen. Kelda Roys, and Joel Brennan.
- Francesca Hong bets Wisconsin will embrace Democratic Socialism statewide
Francesca Hong, a state Rep. and self-proclaimed Democratic Socialist, is running for Wisconsin governor in a crowded primary against several candidates. She emphasizes her working-class background and pledge to build a government that works for people to connect with voters in a closely divided state.
- Crowley says he has the experience and the ‘receipts’ to be Wisconsin’s next governor
David Crowley, Milwaukee County Executive, is running for Wisconsin governor in a crowded Democratic primary, emphasizing his executive experience and achievements like affordable housing and tax cuts. His opponents include Sara Rodriguez and Francesca Hong, and he highlights his 'Badger Basics Plan' as part of his campaign.
- Democratic gubernatorial hopefuls address criminal justice, inequality
Seven gubernatorial candidates, including Democrats and a Republican, discussed criminal justice, healthcare, and public safety at a WISDOM forum. They emphasized reducing incarceration through treatment, support programs, and policy reforms like ending crimeless revocation. Republican Tom Tiffany did not attend.
- State Sen. Kelda Roys makes a move to break through crowded Democratic primary
State Sen. Kelda Roys is running for governor again, emphasizing her experience in state government and policy proposals in a crowded six-way Democratic primary. She raised over $355,000 and launched a $500,000 ad campaign to highlight her 25 years of work in Wisconsin, but polls show she trails other candidates with only 1% support among Democratic primary voters.
- Barnes leans on statewide experience to make case for Democratic nomination
Mandela Barnes is seeking the Democratic nomination for governor of Wisconsin, emphasizing his statewide experience from a 2022 Senate race and previous roles. He faces a competitive primary with multiple candidates, including state Rep. Francesca Hong and Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez.