Wisconsin, Minnesota primaries are next to feature progressive clash with Democratic establishment
Summary
Progressive candidates in Wisconsin and Minnesota are competing against the Democratic Party's established leaders in upcoming primary elections. The primaries follow a recent progressive win in Michigan and highlight ongoing tensions within the Democratic Party about winning general elections.Key Facts
- Wisconsin and Minnesota are holding primary elections featuring progressive candidates challenging the Democratic establishment.
- Francesca Hong is a progressive candidate running for governor in Wisconsin against Democrat David Crowley, endorsed by outgoing Governor Tony Evers.
- The Wisconsin primary has been chaotic, with candidates dropping out but remaining on the ballot, and absentee votes already cast.
- In Minnesota, progressive and establishment candidates are also competing for the U.S. Senate and governor races.
- A recent primary in Michigan saw progressive Abdul El-Sayed narrowly defeat establishment-backed Haley Stevens.
- Democrats worry that progressive shifts might hurt their chances in key battleground states in the November general election.
- Republicans are spending money to support progressive candidate Francesca Hong, hoping she will be easier to defeat in the general election.
- Democratic leaders are working to unite behind certain candidates amid the primary battles.
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