Born and raised on Milwaukee’s North Side, David attended Milwaukee Public Schools and was an honors graduate of Bradley Tech High School.
As a teen and young adult, David completed Urban Underground’s youth leadership program and later become its Program Director while pursuing an undergraduate degree in Educational Policy and Community Studies at the University of Wisconsin-‐ Milwaukee. He is a National Americorps Service Alum, a two-‐time graduate of the Americorps program Public Allies, and a Legacy Foundation Youth Activism Fellow.
A nationally recognized trainer for intergenerational community improvement strategies, David served on the Medical College of Wisconsin’s Violence Prevention Initiative Steering Committee and the City of Milwaukee’s Homicide Review Commission.
In 2012, he was elected to the Milwaukee County Board as Supervisor for the 10th District, becoming the youngest member of the Board and one of the youngest Black elected officials in Milwaukee’s history. Bowen was a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly from 2015 to 2023.
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Milwaukee man chosen as the first vice president of AARP Wisconsin
Jan 2nd, 2024 by AARP Wisconsin
Supervisor Vincent Applauds Reestablished Milwaukee County Youth Commission
Supervisor will serve as adult advisor to the commission
Jan 26th, 2023 by Sup. Kathleen Vincent
2022 Roundup: Gov. Evers Completes 2022 72-County Tour of Wisconsin
Dec 28th, 2022 by Gov. Tony Evers
Rep. Bowen Announces Bid for 1st District Common Council
Bowen offers experienced leadership to work towards necessary solutions for Milwaukee
Dec 21st, 2022 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on New Type 1 Youth Facility Site Selection in Milwaukee
With Site Selection, Evers Administration and DOC Take First Major Step to Finally Close Lincoln Hills
Aug 10th, 2022 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on SCOTUS Decision Overturning Roe v. Wade
Decision in Dobbs Goes Against the Will of the People and Will Hurt Marginalized Communities Most
Jun 24th, 2022 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Weekend Violence Downtown
Reducing Gun Violence Will Take GOP Concessions to Make the Jobs of Police Easier
May 17th, 2022 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Deadly Weekend in Wisconsin’s Largest City
We Must Double Down on Collaborative Public Safety Approaches
Apr 25th, 2022 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Foxconn Turning Its Back on Wisconsin Yet Again
Once Again, Foxconn Deal Proves to be a Massive Failure
Mar 17th, 2022 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Applauds Gov. Evers’ Investments in Community Safety as Warmer Seasons Approach
Rep. Bowen Proud to See Investments in Programs He Has Championed
Mar 16th, 2022 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Senseless MPD District 5 Shooting Incident
“I Completely Denounce This Senseless Act of Violence”
Feb 26th, 2022 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Gov. Evers’ 2022 State of the State Address
Feb 15th, 2022 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement Gov. Evers’ Forward-Thinking Surplus Plan
“We Have a Golden Opportunity to Make a Real Difference in the Lives of our Constituents for Generations to Come”
Jan 28th, 2022 by Gov. Tony Evers
Rep. Bowen Statement on GOP’s Unserious Law Enforcement Proposals
GOP Needs to Stop Playing Political Games, Come to Table for Real Bipartisan Reforms
Jan 4th, 2022 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Tragedy in Waukesha
“My Heart Is With the People of Waukesha”
Nov 22nd, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen’s Statement on Gerrymandered Republican Maps: Same Poop in a New Toilet
Bowen highlights the struggle for progress in a State where Republicans refuse to value anything above power and control.
Nov 11th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Republican Anti-Choice Bills
Instead of Partisan Games, GOP Should Focus on Issues Truly Facing Wisconsinites
Oct 27th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Honors First Responders of the 10th Assembly District
Oct 26th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Applauds Investments in Violence Prevention
Gov. Evers Commits $25 Million in ARPA Funds to Violence Prevention Efforts
Oct 13th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Reintroduction of Indigenous Peoples Day Bill
Bipartisan Bill Introduced with 25 Co-Authors
Oct 11th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Four Deadly Shootings in Six Hours in Milwaukee
Four Separate Shootings Last Night Left Four Dead, Including Two Teenagers
Aug 24th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on John Doe Charging Decision Against Joseph Mensah
Judge Yamahiro Decision A Win for Justice; Highlights Need for Meaningful Reform We've Championed.
Jul 28th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Supervisor Taylor Among Community Leaders Awarded at Inaugural Justice Ball
Jun 29th, 2021 by Sequanna Taylor
Rep. Bowen Statement on Passage of Speaker’s Task Force Bills
“When I Think about This Moment... We Missed It”
Jun 16th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Rep. Sanfelippo’s Call to Send National Guard to Milwaukee
“I Hope that Rep. Sanfelippo Joins Us in Supporting Evidence-Based Approaches”
Jun 15th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Speakers’ Task Force on Racial Disparities Policing Bills
“These Bills Do Not Rise to the Occasion, or Go Far Enough”
May 27th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Necessity of Enhanced Violence Prevention Funding & Community Collaborations
“I am Committed to Fighting for Necessary and Lifesaving Investments in our Youth and Communities to Collaborate”
May 7th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Derek Chauvin Guilty Verdict
“A Small Measure of Justice Was Served and We Fight On!”
Apr 20th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen, Village President-Elect McKaig Statement on Police Killing of Daunte Wright
“Like Altogether Too Many Others, This Killing Was Avoidable”
Apr 13th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Applauds Biden-Harris Administration for Executive Action to Curb Gun Violence in Our Communities
“These Actions Are Not Only Welcome, They Will Undoubtedly Save Lives”
Apr 8th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Receives First Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine, Urges Others to Get Vaccinated
“An End to This Pandemic is in Sight for Our Communities”
Apr 7th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Condemns Anti-Asian Hate, Calls for Common Sense Gun Reform
“Now Is the Time for Change, Now Is the Time for Action”
Mar 26th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Statement on LaKeshia Myers endorsement
Mar 25th, 2021 by School Board Director Aisha Carr
Rep. Bowen Statement on Gateway Capital Fund Hitting Initial Fundraising Goal in Four Months
“I Am Excited to See What Opportunities This Investment Fund Will Bring”
Mar 24th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Assembly Bill 24
“AB 24 Would Create Risks to Our Freedom to Live”
Mar 23rd, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Passage of New Federal COVID-19 Relief Legislation
“One of the Largest and Most Ambitious Economic Relief and Anti-Poverty Bills in Generations”
Mar 10th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen, Sen. Taylor Celebrate Passage of Shorewood Tax Increment District Extension for Affordable Housing
“A Down Payment on an Inclusive Future for Shorewood”
Mar 3rd, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Governor Tony Evers’ Biennial Budget
“Budget Takes Bold Steps, Includes Numerous Reforms Requested by Rep. Bowen”
Feb 16th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on “Fair Deal” Sales Tax Measure in Gov. Evers’ Budget
“A Welcome, Commonsense Proposal”
Feb 12th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Senate Joint Resolution 3 and Executive Order #105
“Wearing Masks Saves Lives!”
Feb 4th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on One-Year Anniversary of the Killing of Alvin Cole
“Our Goal is ... Justice and Dignity”
Feb 2nd, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Announcement of Wauwatosa Police Chief Barry Weber’s Forthcoming Retirement
“I Look Forward to a Welcome Change in Leadership”
Feb 1st, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on baseless repeal of Mask Mandate
“We should be leading with science, not playing politics
Jan 28th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Passing of Baseball Legend Hank Aaron
“2021 Starts with the Loss of Legends Rooted in our Community.”
Jan 22nd, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen to Host Virtual Legislative Briefing on Juvenile Life Without Parole
Will be Joined by a Diverse Group of Local and National Stakeholders
Jan 22nd, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Inauguration of President Biden and Vice President Harris
“I Am Overjoyed at the Hope and Promise that Today’s Inauguration Brings”
Jan 20th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Passing of His Uncle Albert Lynch
“My Uncle Loved This Community & His Family, and He Was Well-Loved in Return”
Jan 15th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Trump-Fuelled Uprising in Washington, DC
“This is Rebellion, This is Treason, This is Terrorism, and It Cannot Stand”
Jan 6th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Lack of Charges in Jacob Blake Shooting
“If What We Saw Was Legal, It’s Time to Change the Laws”
Jan 5th, 2021 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Federal Coronavirus Stimulus Package
“After a Nine Month Delay, America Got Short-Changed.”
Dec 22nd, 2020 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Joseph Mensah Resignation from Wauwatosa Police Department
“This is Proof of the Power of Peaceful Protest and the People; But Work Remains”
Nov 18th, 2020 by State Rep. David Bowen
Elected Officials Across the State Join Call for Peaceful and Fair Vote Count
Nov 2nd, 2020 by Black Leaders Organizing for Communities
Rep. Bowen Statement on Continued Republican Inaction on Criminal Justice Reform
“It’s Time to Create Lasting Change”
Oct 30th, 2020 by State Rep. David Bowen
Virtual On the Table MKE 2020 examined theme of ‘Healing Justice’
Greater Milwaukee Foundation now accepting applications for ‘Ideas to Action’ funding
Oct 27th, 2020 by Greater Milwaukee Foundation
Rep. Bowen Statement on Joseph Mensah Charging Decision
“I Am Not Surprised by This Miscarriage of Justice”
Oct 7th, 2020 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Sends Letter in Support of Kentucky Assemblywoman Attica Scott
Oct 1st, 2020 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Vigilante Murders in Kenosha
Aug 26th, 2020 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Shooting of Jacob Blake
“I Am Tired of Talk”
Aug 24th, 2020 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Brostoff Statement on Rep. Bowen’s Integrity
Aug 19th, 2020 by Rep. Jonathan Brostoff
Rep. Bowen Statement on Passing of His Last Living Grandparent
“All Glory be to God for her life and endurance to run this race for 91 years!”
Aug 11th, 2020 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Weekend Incident in Wauwatosa
“The Victim Narrative… is Totally Inaccurate, Irresponsible and False.”
Aug 10th, 2020 by State Rep. David Bowen
Wisconsin Conservation Voters endorses its second wave of candidates
Jul 16th, 2020 by Wisconsin Conservation Voters
Register of Deeds Israel Ramón Announces Early List of Endorsements
Elected officials from across Milwaukee County, state, support Ramón
Jun 24th, 2020 by Israel Ramón
Rep. Bowen Statement on Governor Evers’ Justice Reform Proposals
“Passing These Bills Would Be an Important First Step towards Real Reform”
Jun 19th, 2020 by State Rep. David Bowen
Reps. Bowen and Brostoff Joint Statement on Incident at Speedway Gas Station in Menomonee Falls
“Incidents Like Last Night’s Are Exactly Why We’re Still Marching Today”
Jun 17th, 2020 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Stephanie Rapkin Charges
“Should We Believe That We Didn’t See What We Clearly Saw?”
Jun 12th, 2020 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Weekend Spitting Incident in Shorewood
Jun 10th, 2020 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Passing of Civil Rights Attorney Jonathan Safran
“A Giant Fighter for Justice in Milwaukee”
May 21st, 2020 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Passing of Foster Care Activist Dosha Joi
“DJay Was a Tireless Advocate, and the Light of This Young Leader Will Be Sorely Missed”
May 18th, 2020 by State Rep. David Bowen
“This Virus Doesn’t Care”: Rep. Bowen Statement on Protest at the Capitol
“This Virus Doesn't Care”: Rep. Bowen Statement on Protest at the Capitol
Apr 24th, 2020 by State Rep. David Bowen
After Recovering from COVID-19, Rep. Bowen Worked to Assist Voters with Coronavirus
Rep. Bowen Served As Witness for Voters with Virus, Also Dropped Off Absentee Ballots
Apr 7th, 2020 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Tests Positive for COVID-19
Urges Constituents to Take Precautions, Stay at Home to Minimize Spread
Mar 23rd, 2020 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen’s Statement on Gov. Evers’ 2020 State of the State Address
Wisconsinites want the Legislature to work together for them over political divisions.
Jan 22nd, 2020 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Black History Month Resolution
Dec 20th, 2019 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Introduces New Bipartisan Legislation to Increase Employer Flexibility in Hiring Practices
Bill Would Limit Liability for Employers Who Opt to Not Drug Test for THC and Other Cannabinoids
Dec 11th, 2019 by State Rep. David Bowen
State Rep. David Bowen Endorses Jason Fields for Comptroller
Milwaukee representative says Fields is effective, best for the city
Oct 15th, 2019 by State Rep. Jason Fields
Assembly Resolutions 12 and 13 Answer the Question: “How Low will Republicans Go?”
Republicans Pair Disability Accommodations with Yet Another Power Grab
Oct 11th, 2019 by State Rep. David Bowen
Elected officials rally behind Rebecca Kiefer in race to be Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge
“I am grateful to State Representatives Bowen and Zamarripa, and the other elected officials who have endorsed my campaign thus far.”
Oct 3rd, 2019 by Rebecca Kiefer
Nicholson Calls for Repeal of Federal Crime Bill, More Investment in Public Education
"There is a growing consensus that past efforts supposedly aimed at reducing violent crime in this country were really about the continued repression and subjugation of black and brown bodies."
Sep 13th, 2019 by County Board Chairwoman Marcelia Nicholson
Rep. Bowen Statement on Recent Acts of White Supremacist Terrorism
It Is Time We Take Concrete Steps to Protect Wisconsinites from Domestic Terrorism
Aug 7th, 2019 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Gov. Evers’ Signing of Biennial Budget
Bowen Glad Governor Evers Using Democratic Veto Power to Make a Bad Budget Work Better for Wisconsin
Jul 3rd, 2019 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Passage of Watered-Down Republican Budget
Bowen Disappointed by Numerous Missed Bi-Partisanship in Republican Version of Budget
Jun 26th, 2019 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Statement on Republican Comments during JFC Session
“Every single child across our state is worth taking care of.”
Jun 5th, 2019 by State Rep. David Bowen
Democratic Party of Wisconsin Welcomes New Leadership Team
Ben Wikler elected Chair of Party by delegates, Felesia Martin and Lee Snodgrass 1st Vice Chair and 2nd Vice Chair
Jun 2nd, 2019 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Republican Refusal to Expand Medicaid in WI Makes Bad Dollars & Sense
Wisconsinites Want Expansion & Their Federal Money Now
May 3rd, 2019 by State Rep. David Bowen
Medical Marijuana Would Provide an Economic Boost to Wisconsin
Legalization is What Wisconsinites Want
Apr 23rd, 2019 by State Rep. David Bowen
Black Restaurant Week Happening Now in Milwaukee
Highlights Minority-Owned Businesses
Apr 16th, 2019 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen Highlights Overwhelming Support for Broad Justice Reform in Latest Marquette Law Poll
Over 2/3rds of Wisconsinites are Ready for Further Substantive Reforms
Apr 10th, 2019 by State Rep. David Bowen
Rep. Bowen’s Statement on Passing of Shorewood High School Student
"My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Megan and all those that were injured in this terrible crash, including her twin sister who is still recovering in the hospital."
Apr 1st, 2019 by State Rep. David Bowen
Representative Bowen Responds to the Passing of Humanitarian Gwen T Jackson
Wisconsin is Better because of Gwen T Jackson
Mar 27th, 2019 by State Rep. David Bowen
Bowen Applauds Governor Evers’ Marijuana Proposals
Time Wisconsin takes Important 1st Step allowing access to Marijuana
Feb 18th, 2019 by State Rep. David Bowen
Wisconsin Black Leaders Condemn Supreme Court Candidate’s Disrespect of NAACP
"The real disgrace here is the hostile takeover of our judicial system by radical partisans like this former lawyer for Scott Walker."
Feb 1st, 2019 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
State Rep. David Bowen’s Statement on Latest Foxconn Flop
Time for Legislature to Direct WEDC Renegotiations
Jan 31st, 2019 by State Rep. David Bowen
State Rep. David Bowen’s Statement on Gov. Evers’ State of the State Address
Looking forward to a fresh start in Wisconsin
Jan 22nd, 2019 by State Rep. David Bowen
State Rep. David Bowen Applauds New Governor Evers Visit to Lincoln Hills, Copper Lake
Highlights the contrast with leadership of the past
Jan 14th, 2019 by State Rep. David Bowen
City-wide School Board Candidate Bob Peterson announces endorsement from 23 elected officials
The full list of elected officials to have endorsed Bob Peterson for MPS school board represents a broad span of Milwaukee’s neighborhoods.
Jan 9th, 2019 by Bob Peterson
Youth Justice Milwaukee Hosts Successful Roundtable with Elected Leaders on Youth Justice Reform
In a roundtable with local officials, Youth Justice Milwaukee shared vision for investing in youth, nonresidential community programs
Dec 12th, 2018 by Youth Justice Milwaukee
