Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Brad Schimel conceded the race on Tuesday evening, April 1. This was his speech to supporters.
PEWAUKEE — As the first news outlets began calling the Wisconsin Supreme Court election for the liberal candidate Susan Crawford, her opponent called her — to concede.
Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Brad Schimel makes his concession speech to a crowd at his election night party Tuesday in Pewaukee.
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Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Brad Schimel plays with his band "4 on the Floor" at his election night party Tuesday in Pewaukee.
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Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Brad Schimel conceded the race on Tuesday evening, April 1. This was his speech to supporters.
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