Obama endorses David Crowley for Wisconsin governor

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 8 Oct, 17:00 · Archive

Former President Barack Obama endorsed David Crowley for governor of Wisconsin in a video released Thursday. Obama cited Crowley's record as Milwaukee County executive, saying he created jobs and balanced the budget. Obama noted that Crowley, like himself, started out as a community organizer.

In the endorsement video, Obama said Crowley would fight to make Wisconsin more affordable, reducing costs at petrol pumps, doctors' offices and at the end of the month. Obama said there was 'nobody better to lead Wisconsin forward'.

Crowley said he was honoured to receive Obama's endorsement. He described Obama as someone who 'defines what leadership is', fighting to make life better for everyday Americans. Crowley said that with Obama's support, 'we can win this election and move Wisconsin forward'.

How it is being reported

• Obama endorses David Crowley for Wisconsin governorFormer president cites Crowley's record as Milwaukee County executiveWSAW · 8 Oct, 16:26
• Obama endorses David Crowley for Wisconsin governorFormer president cites Crowley's record as Milwaukee County executiveWBAY · 8 Oct, 15:42

In this story: Barack Obama · David Crowley · Wisconsin · Milwaukee County

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