David Crowley

Background

Crowley grew up in Milwaukee, graduated from the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, served three years in the state Assembly and has been Milwaukee County Executive since 2020. He is seeking the Wisconsin governorship in 2026.

Sources: David Crowley for Governor — David’s Story, Associated Press

What the candidate has said

Statements are attributed to the linked sources.

• Affordability

  Crowley identifies affordability—including housing, child care and health care—as a leading concern and points to his Badger Basics plan to lower costs and improve access to child care and health care.

  PBS Wisconsin — David Crowley on the 2026 Election

• Schools and taxes

  He said the state surplus could be used to support public schools and reduce property taxes associated with school referendums.

  Wisconsin Watch — 2026 gubernatorial debate

• Data centers

  Crowley said he does not support a moratorium on data centers and favors legislative guardrails for their development and operation.

  Politico — David Crowley interview