David Crowley Makes History in Wisconsin | Milwaukee News

Milwaukee News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 12, 2026 · 1m

Wisconsin just wrote history as David Crowley becomes the first Black man nominated by a major party for governor, narrowly defeating Francesca Hong in a fierce Democratic primary. Already Milwaukee’s first Black county executive and youngest to hold the role, Crowley brings firsthand experience with hardship—growing up facing eviction and family addiction—that fuels his mission. A seasoned community organizer turned policymaker, he’s managed a massive county budget and helped secure the Milwaukee Brewers’ stay in town. Now, he faces Republican Tom Tiffany in the general election, vowing to…