Wisconsin considers democratic socialist for governor amid US wave of progressive wins
Summary
Wisconsin voters will choose their Democratic nominee for governor in a primary that highlights a shift toward more progressive candidates. Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist lawmaker, leads the race and will face Republican Tom Tiffany in the general election.Key Facts
- Francesca Hong is a democratic socialist and state lawmaker running for governor in Wisconsin.
- The current governor, Tony Evers, is not seeking re-election and supports David Crowley.
- David Crowley briefly left the race but reentered and focuses his campaign on electability in a swing state.
- The Democratic primary includes four candidates: Hong, Crowley, Kelda Roys, and Joel Brennan.
- Hong has faced criticism for past comments about canceling Thanksgiving and defunding the police.
- Republican Tom Tiffany, a supporter of President Donald Trump, won his primary unopposed and will run against the Democratic nominee.
- Democrats want to win the governor’s race and state legislature to control Wisconsin’s government.
- The primary reflects a broader trend of progressive and democratic socialist candidates gaining ground in the Midwest.
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