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In a defining moment for Wisconsin—and for women in law—Judge Susan Crawford has been elected to the Wisconsin Supreme Court, securing the court’s liberal majority in a pivotal battleground state.
Crawford’s win isn’t just a victory for one judge—it’s a statement. A message that in a time of political uncertainty, Wisconsinites showed up for justice, for fair elections, and for protecting democratic values.
At her victory rally in Madison, Crawford captured the heart of the night with grace and grit. “Today, Wisconsinites fended off an unprecedented attack on our democracy, our fair elections, and our Supreme Court,” she said. “And Wisconsinites stood up and said loudly that justice does not have a price—our courts are not for sale.”
The race was the most expensive judicial contest in U.S. history, but Crawford’s grounded approach, deep experience, and principled vision resonated. A circuit court judge in Dane County and former attorney for Planned Parenthood, she brings a track record of standing up for civil liberties, reproductive rights, and equal access under the law.
Her opponent, conservative judge Brad Schimel, had hoped to energize recent political momentum. But voters sent a different message—one rooted in protecting rights, not rolling them back.
Why This Win Matters
Wisconsin’s Supreme Court has become one of the most consequential bodies in American politics. From decisions on abortion rights to voting access, it often serves as the final word in a state where power is sharply divided.
In recent years, the court has:
- Struck down extreme partisan gerrymandering
- Reversed a ballot drop-box ban
- Positioned itself to shape congressional maps moving forward
Crawford’s win means that progressive voices will continue to guide decisions on the laws that most directly impact Wisconsin voters—especially women, young people, and communities of color.
Susan Crawford’s win isn’t just about one state. It’s a reminder of what happens when women rise, organize, and vote with purpose. It’s a reminder that legal power and leadership belong to everyone—not just the wealthy, not just the connected, but to those who earn it.
And in 2025, with women at the forefront of change, justice wears heels, walks boldly, and speaks truth to power.
Stay with Neon Gurl as we continue covering the powerful women shaping law, politics, and the future.
