Fueled by national movement, democratic socialist shakes up Wisconsin's governor's race
Summary
A democratic socialist, Francesca Hong, is contesting the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor against establishment candidate David Crowley. The winner will face Republican Tom Tiffany in November, in a race that could determine control of Wisconsin’s government amid efforts by Democrats to gain state power.Key Facts
- Francesca Hong is a democratic socialist and former line cook running for Wisconsin governor.
- David Crowley, endorsed by Governor Tony Evers, is seen as the establishment favorite.
- The primary winner will compete against Republican Tom Tiffany in the November election.
- Hong supports free childcare and healthcare and opposes building new AI data centers for now.
- Hong has faced criticism for past social media posts about Thanksgiving and Valentine’s Day, which she said were jokes.
- Some Democrats worry Hong may struggle to win moderate and independent voters in November.
- Hong was the first Asian American elected to Wisconsin’s state Assembly in 2020 and could be the state’s first female and first Asian American governor.
- Crowley could become Wisconsin’s first Black governor if elected.
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