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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EXCEPT WHERE INDICATED, THE OPINIONS EXPRESSED ON THIS PAGE ARE NOT NECESSARILY THOSE OF THE MADISON TIMES
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 […]
2025 Wisconsin Supreme Court Voter Guide – Susan Crawford v. Brad Schimel
Why your April 1 vote matters The election on Tuesday, April 1 will decide control of the Wisconsin Supreme Court. Susan Crawford and Brad Schimel are running for a 10-year term. While this is a nonpartisan election, Crawford is generally seen as a liberal supported by Democrats, and Schimel is considered to be a conservative […]
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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 […]
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The April 4 Election for Wisconsin Supreme Court Represents a Clear Choice
Vote For Judge Janet Protasiewicz By Milwaukee Courier Staff This is an election that has been nationally-watched, and drawn record spending. It’s an election that has already brought out hundreds of thousands of Wisconsinites to vote early. And with the court split 4-3 in favor of so-called “conservative” justices, it is an election that will […]
Wisconsin Supreme Court’s ‘Fractured Opinions’ Leave State Without Clear Guidance
Democrats hope if Janet Protasiewicz defeats Dan Kelly, past conservative decisions lacking a clear rationale will be easier for a liberal court to overturn. By Matthew DeFour Wisconsin Watch Wisconsin Watch is a nonprofit and nonpartisan newsroom. Subscribe to our our newsletter to get our investigative stories and Friday news roundup. The Wisconsin Supreme Court […]
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The Wisconsin Supreme Court is Not for Sale
By Milwaukee Courier Staff Reporting continues to emerge showing deep financial ties between Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Dan Kelly’s and extreme right-wing special interest groups that have long advanced Republican causes in court. Kelly already had long-established ties to the far-right fringe through his legal work for the anti-abortion group Wisconsin Right to Life and […]
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The Wisconsin Supreme Court Needs to Move in a new Direction
By Milwaukee Courier Staff Wisconsin’s April 4th Supreme Court election is a race that could have decades-long ramifications for our state. Justices on the Supreme Court issue rulings that touch every part of life in Wisconsin, and because these justices are elected to ten year terms, chances to change the direction of the court and […]