Patti Vasquez is joined by Rick Crosson, Democratic candidate for Congress in Wisconsin's 8th Congressional District. The interview focused on Crosson’s candidacy and his priorities if elected. Here are a few highlights from the conversation:
- Crosson, a retired U.S. Army lieutenant colonel, described his Army aviation and diplomatic service, transportation and logistics experience, and prior appointment to the Green Bay School Board.
- He said he approaches policy by defining long-term goals and planning backward, emphasizing coalition-building and measurable progress.
- His campaign centers on affordability, accountability, and results, including costs of living, health care, education, immigration pathways, and congressional oversight.
- If elected, Crosson said his immediate focus would be ending the war in Iran and restoring diplomacy with allies and adversaries.
- He criticized incumbent Rep. Tony Wied (R) for not holding in-person town halls and said he has held more than 20 town halls himself.
- He described building relationships across political and community groups and said he was confident, but not cocky, about the election outcome.

Catch "Driving It Home with Patti Vasquez" weekdays from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/driving-it-home).

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