Six key takeaways from this week’s primaries in Minnesota, Wisconsin and beyond as midterms approach
Summary
Recent primary elections in several states, including Wisconsin, Connecticut, Alabama, and South Carolina, showed important changes in both the Democratic and Republican parties. These elections involved new candidates challenging established politicians and dealt with issues like party direction, voting district changes, and upcoming special elections.Key Facts
- In Wisconsin, David Crowley won the Democratic primary for governor against progressive Francesca Hong.
- Crowley left and then re-entered the race, receiving support from outgoing Governor Tony Evers.
- In Connecticut, Luke Bronin defeated longtime Congressman John Larson, signaling a push for younger Democratic leaders.
- Alabama held a second primary due to new voting districts that reduce Black voting power after a Supreme Court ruling.
- The new Alabama map removes Mobile, a mostly Black city, from Democratic candidate Shomari Figures’ district.
- In South Carolina, Darline Graham, sister of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, advanced to a Republican runoff.
- Darline Graham will compete against Ralph Norman, a very conservative congressman, to replace her brother.
- The winner in South Carolina will face Democrat Annie Andrews in the November general election.
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