Full Wisconsin gubernatorial debate: Crowley vs. Tiffany

Key Points:

• Democratic candidate David Crowley and Republican Tom Tiffany debated key issues in the Wisconsin governor race, including cost of living, taxes, education, and election security.
• Tiffany proposed middle-income tax cuts, eliminating taxes on tips and overtime, and returning a $3 billion budget surplus to taxpayers, while Crowley advocated for a fairer tax system and using surplus funds for property tax relief and public services.
• On education, Tiffany supported increased funding and expanded school choice including vouchers, whereas Crowley opposed voucher expansion and prioritized public school funding with accountability.
• The candidates differed on data center development, with Crowley calling for local control and environmental protections, and Tiffany opposing subsidies and emphasizing transparency.
• Both pledged to certify future election results, but differed on abortion rights, immigration enforcement, and marijuana legalization, with Crowley supporting abortion protections and full legalization of marijuana, and Tiffany favoring current abortion limits and a cautious approach to marijuana policy.