By Karen Stokes After an expensive and closely watched race, Wisconsin voters headed to the polls on Tuesday to elect a new state Supreme Court justice. Judge Susan Crawford defeated Waukesha County Judge Brad Schimel giving liberals a majority on Wisconsin’s highest court as it prepares to rule on cases involving abortion and reproductive rights, […]
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I’m Humbly Asking For Your Vote
By Judge Susan Crawford On Tuesday, Wisconsin voters will go to the polls to decide our next Supreme Court Justice. The stakes of this race are high and it will affect our fundamental rights and freedoms: whether women can make their own health care decisions, whether all eligible voters can cast their ballots, whether our […]
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Elon Musk Is Trying To Buy the Wisconsin Supreme Court
By Judge Susan Crawford Growing up, I wanted to be a teacher. My public school teachers were my role models and taught me many of the values I carry with me today: honesty, fairness, and common sense. Like all families, my family faced some challenges. My little sister was born with special needs and needed […]
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Wisconsin Deserves Better: Brad Schimel’s Failure to Protect Survivors of Sexual Assault
By Judge Susan Crawford As a Circuit Court Judge, I’ve seen firsthand the importance of a justice system that works swiftly and fairly for the people it serves. Judges are on the front lines of our justice system. We are entrusted with upholding the law, safeguarding our communities, and ensuring that victims receive the justice […]
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Honoring Black History Month
By Judge Susan Crawford This February, we mark the 49th anniversary of Black History Month, a time to reflect on the achievements, contributions, and sacrifices of Black Americans throughout our nation’s history. It is also a time to reaffirm our commitment to fairness, equality, and opportunity for all. Right here in Wisconsin, we have a […]
Voters to Determine the Future Balance of the Wisconsin Supreme Court
By Karen Stokes This spring, Wisconsin voters will decide whether the state Supreme Court remains under liberal control or switches to a conservative majority. Since only two candidates are running, the race will not be on the Feb. 18 primary ballot. Liberal Judge Susan Crawford, who has served Wisconsin as an attorney, prosecutor, and Circuit […]
Another Pivotal Wisconsin Supreme Court Election Offers Two Familiar Outcomes
Either liberals will cement their control through 2028 or Justice Brian Hagedorn will regain the pivotal swing vote By Jack Kelly Wisconsin Watch This story was produced and originally published by Wisconsin Watch, a nonprofit, nonpartisan newsroom. It was made possible by donors like you. Wisconsin is hurtling toward another nationally watched, pivotal state Supreme […]