Wisconsin Conservation Voters Endorses David Crowley for Governor
Wisconsin Conservation Voters endorsed Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley for Governor, praising his stance against predatory data center growth and commitment to environmental protection. Crowley advocates for policies to regulate data centers, ensure they cover energy and water costs, and hold corporate polluters accountable. His opponent, Tom Tiffany, was criticized for prioritizing corporate interests over environmental and community well-being.
The Wisconsin Conservation Voters today announced its endorsement of Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley for Governor of Wisconsin, citing his strong stance on environmental protection and holding corporate entities accountable. Seth Hoffmeister, Deputy Director of Wisconsin Conservation Voters, emphasized Crowley's commitment to addressing corporate greed and regulating data centers, referencing his previous efforts in Milwaukee County to halve its carbon footprint. Crowley's platform includes banning non-disclosure agreements for data centers, implementing "Bring Your Own Clean Energy" mandates, and ensuring these facilities bear the full cost of their energy and water consumption, while also holding them responsible for environmental damage.
The organization sharply contrasted Crowley with his opponent, Tom Tiffany, labeling Tiffany as an "extremist pro-corporate polluter politician." They highlighted Tiffany's legislative record, both in Madison and Congress, which allegedly prioritized corporate and special interests over the welfare of Wisconsinites. Specific criticisms included Tiffany's acceptance of funds from mining interests, his vote to defund the Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program, and actions that reportedly undermined the DNR's scientific authority and led to increased healthcare and electricity costs. Hoffmeister concluded that Crowley would champion policies for a cleaner, safer, and more affordable state.