MILWAUKEE – Today, the Crowley for Wisconsin campaign announced the official endorsement from the Oak Creek Professional Firefighters Association, IAFF Local 1848, for Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley to be the next Governor of Wisconsin. Oak Creek is the third firefighter local to endorse Crowley, joining Milwaukee and Racine.
“Oak Creek firefighters want a governor who respects our work and understands the realities we face every day,” said Chuck Prinz, President-Elect of the Oak Creek Professional Firefighters. “David Crowley has proven time and again that he values public safety professionals and fights for working people. We’re proud to endorse him for Governor.”
The Oak Creek Firefighters Association represents active and retired members of the fire department and emergency services. Their endorsement adds to the growing momentum among public service workers and labor organizations, underscoring Crowley’s commitment to restoring dignity to work and strengthening communities statewide.
“Firefighters know what it means to put service above self,” said David Crowley. “I’m honored to earn the endorsement of the Oak Creek Professional Firefighters. These are the men and women who run toward danger to keep our communities safe, and as Governor, I will always have their backs — with fair wages, safe staffing levels, and the resources they need to do their jobs.”
As Milwaukee County Executive, Crowley has made historic investments in public health, affordable housing, and community safety. He’s built bipartisan coalitions to tackle the opioid crisis, expand mental health resources, and stabilize emergency services countywide. His administration has delivered balanced budgets while investing in what matters most to working families.
Crowley’s pragmatic approach and proven track record resonate in urban, suburban, and rural communities across Wisconsin. And as a County Executive who was re-elected in Milwaukee County with 84% of the vote, he is uniquely positioned to increase turnout in the city of Milwaukee while also driving up Democratic margins in crucial suburbs. Crowley’s statewide appeal is the exact formula that will elect a Democratic governor in November.
The Democratic primary for governor will be held on August 11, 2026. More information about David Crowley and his campaign can be found at CrowleyforWI.com.
