Wisconsin Governor Race Tightens
New Marquette University Law School Poll Shows Democrat David Crowley Narrowly Leading Republican Tom Tiffany
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Among registered voters, Crowley leads Tiffany by 46% to 45%, with 9% undecided—slightly different from the likely-voter result.
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The poll found strong partisan loyalty: 96% of Democrats back Crowley and 95% of Republicans back Tiffany. Among independents, 44% support Crowley, 18% Tiffany and 38% are undecided.
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Voters were divided over the candidates’ platforms: 32% said they agreed with Crowley’s positions and 39% disagreed; for Tiffany, 40% agreed and 41% disagreed.
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The poll also found strong opposition to data centers, though the article did not provide a percentage.
Democrat David Crowley holds a narrow lead over Republican Tom Tiffany in Wisconsin's open governor's race, 49% to 46% among likely voters, according to a new Marquette Law School poll. The result falls within the poll's margin of error, making the race essentially tied. Crowley's support has stayed flat since August, while Tiffany gained two points, driven by stronger Republican backing and shrinking independent support for Crowley.
Independents Hold The Key To Victory
The race hinges on how independents vote. Among independents, Crowley leads 44% to 18%, but a huge 38% remain undecided, according to Daily Cardinal. Both candidates struggle to convince voters outside their parties. Among registered voters overall, Crowley leads 46% to 45%, with 9% undecided—a slightly different picture than the likely-voter count.
Partisan Loyalty Runs Deep Across The State
Most Wisconsin voters stick with their party. Marquette found that 96% of Democrats back Crowley, while 95% of Republicans support Tiffany. The result shows how polarized the electorate has become. With strong partisan backing locked in, the race will likely be decided by the smaller pool of true swing voters and undecided independents.
Voters Skeptical Of Both Candidates' Plans
Neither candidate has convincingly sold Wisconsin on his vision. According to See Hafer News, 32% of voters agreed with Crowley's positions while 39% disagreed. Tiffany fared slightly better: 40% agreed with his platform and 41% disagreed. The split shows both men face real work to win over skeptical voters who have not made up their minds.
Cost Of Living And Trump Loom Large
Wisconsin voters care most about inflation and the cost of living, Channel 3000 reported. President Donald Trump remains deeply unpopular in the state: 60% disapprove of his job performance compared to just 38% who approve. These broader concerns may matter more to voters than either candidate's specific proposals as they decide who to support in November.
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