Crowley Leads Tiffany in Post-Primary Wisconsin Poll

Multiple Wisconsin polls conducted after the state’s Democratic gubernatorial primary show Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley with a narrow lead over Republican Tom Tiffany as both campaigns prepare for the general election. A Badger Battleground Poll by Platform Communications found Crowley leading Tiffany by four percentage points statewide, with a similar four-point gap highlighted in additional coverage, and indicated Crowley has a modest favorable edge while Tiffany’s favorability lags slightly. Independents appear more aligned with Crowley, and respondents expressed concern about the direction of the state, though opinions on the national direction remain divided. Analysts noted that Crowley’s post-primary momentum includes endorsements—most notably from outgoing Gov. Tony Evers—and a strategy to emphasize state-focused issues over national politics. Some outlets emphasized the reliability questions surrounding polls while others highlighted Crowley’s campaign ads and name recognition as contributing factors to the lead. Overall, the race remains tight, with the data suggesting Crowley has built a modest edge but Tiffany remains competitive ahead of November.