David Crowley touts unity with progressives after upset win in WI

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley on Tuesday extended an olive branch to progressive Francesca Hong, whom he defeated unexpectedly in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor.

Crowley managed to narrowly edge out Hong for the nomination, marking a stunning polling miss as most surveys had shown her with a nearly 20-point lead. After his triumph, Crowley spoke well of Hong.

“Her campaign reminded people across Wisconsin that there are no long shots when it comes to believing in a better future and fighting to expand opportunities to every family," he said.

He ultimately urged Democrats to unite against Republicans, by saying “[t]he real opponent has always been Tom Tiffany."

Rep. Tom Tiffany, R-Wis., handily secured the Republican nomination and will face Crowley in November.

Ben Whedon is the Chief Political Correspondent for Just the News. Follow him on X.