Francesca Hong, a Democratic socialist, lost the Wisconsin gubernatorial primary to David Crowley, who was portrayed as a more moderate candidate. Crowley has implemented racial-equity budgeting and has called for legal action against fossil fuel companies for environmental damages. Despite being seen as moderate, Crowley shares several policy positions with Hong, including higher taxes on millionaires, a $20 minimum wage, and climate goals aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050. Crowley has also integrated a Racial Equity Budget Tool into the budgeting process in Milwaukee County, emphasizing the need to address racial equity in budget decisions. His administration has focused on climate policy, signing a plan to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 and advocating for legal action against fossil fuel companies. Crowley's campaign did not respond to requests for comment on his record.
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Wisconsin Gubernatorial Primary Highlights Policy Overlap Between Candidates
David Crowley, who won the Democratic gubernatorial primary in Wisconsin, has implemented progressive policies, including racial-equity budgeting and climate initiatives. Although he is viewed as a moderate, he shares key policy positions with defeated candidate Francesca Hong, such as higher taxes on millionaires and ambitious climate goals.
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‘Moderate’ Dem gubernatorial candidate embraced DEI budget tool, Green New Deal-style policies
Wisconsin Gubernatorial Primary Highlights Policy Overlap Between Candidates