In a highly contested Wisconsin state Supreme Court race, the stakes are high as liberal Justice Ann Walsh Bradley retires, leaving a vacancy that could shift the court’s ideological balance. The upcoming election on April 1 features Susan Crawford against Brad Schimel. With President Donald Trump endorsing Schimel, the national stakes of the contest are elevated.
Angela Lang, executive director of Black Leaders Organizing for Communities, is leading the charge to mobilize voters and maintain the 4-3 liberal edge on the court. Despite Trump’s increased support in Milwaukee during the last election, Lang believes in the power of grassroots organizing, including traditional door-knocking and community meetings.
With Elon Musk funneling millions to a conservative group aimed at replicating the 2024 strategy of mobilizing voters for Trump, the battle for the Supreme Court seat has become even more intense. Progressives like Lang and Democratic consultant Josh Klemons are urging a focus on community engagement and organizing to counter the influence of big money in elections.
As the clock ticks down to the election, the fate of the court and the lessons learned from past elections hang in the balance. Voter turnout remains a significant concern for Democrats, who are grappling with voter fatigue and seeking to learn from their previous missteps.
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