David Crowley reenters battleground Wisconsin's Democratic governor primary with Gov. Evers' backing

David Crowley has re-entered the race for Wisconsin governor, securing a crucial endorsement from outgoing Gov. Tony Evers just weeks after initially withdrawing his candidacy. This move aims to consolidate the Democratic party's position in the key swing state, where elections are often decided by narrow margins.

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winning this election will require building the broadest possible coalition

Evers, who had previously refrained from endorsing a candidate, publicly backed Crowley on Saturday, citing his executive experience in job creation and budget management. "He's not just a candidate who can win in November, but he's the kind of person who cares about doing the job right," Evers stated on social media.

Crowley's reentry follows a turbulent period for the Democratic primary. Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez recently abandoned her campaign after a campaign finance scandal revealed her campaign had significantly less funding than anticipated. Her departure, coupled with Crowley's initial withdrawal to support her, has reshaped the contest.

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reflects his confidence that I have the experience

The Democratic party is aiming to maintain control of the governorship and potentially flip the state Legislature in the upcoming November elections. This effort comes after recent successes by progressive candidates in other major cities. Crowley, who could become Wisconsin's first Black governor, stressed the need for broad coalition-building to secure victory, highlighting Evers' endorsement as a sign of confidence in his ability to lead.

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He's not just a candidate who can win in November, but he's the kind of person who cares about doing the job right