Hi folks, it's Ben.
Justice-elect Susan Crawford’s victory astonished the country and the world—not just because she won after being outspent by a campaign fueled by the world’s richest man, but because she did so by a double-digit margin—10%—in the brightest purple state in America.
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Justice-elect Crawford’s win—and the reelection of WI school superintendent Jill Underly, and scores of downballot victories—was the work of thousands. Some deeply heartfelt thanks are in order. A lot of them.
First and above all, all allies of freedom and democracy owe a profound debt of gratitude to Justice-elect Susan Crawford. Her calm, laser-focused, values-grounded leadership never wavered, even under impossible pressure.
Second, congratulations and thanks to Jill Underly, Wisconsin’s Superintendent of Public Instruction. Her victory affirms Wisconsin’s belief that a great democracy requires great public schools, and that all kids deserve to be included and know that they are valued.
And congratulations and thanks to the scores of candidates for local offices all over the state celebrating victories. To all who ran for office, win or lose, thank you for your courage and willingness to serve the public. You make democracy work.
Thank you to the local and national leaders who spoke up and joined our campaign. Thank you to the campaign teams of Judge Crawford and Dr. Underly, and thanks to the unions and organizations that helped power the cause. A huge outpouring of gratitude to the volunteers and staffers who knocked doors and called voters.
And a big thanks to YOU. Your donations helped fuel our grassroots organizing to power our way to victory. Every person involved in this fight, and in politics, is part of a broader human family. But this fight is just beginning.
We are already gearing up for the midterm races of 2026, and setting our sights on flipping more state Senate, Assembly, and, yes, U.S. House seats from red to blue.
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This period in history can be overwhelmingly bleak, and bleakly overwhelming. But by taking action together, we will create hope.
Thank you in advance.
Ben Wikler
Chair, WisDems
