Democratic socialist looks to win Wisconsin primary for governor
Wisconsin's gubernatorial primary features a competitive race between a democratic socialist, Francesca Hong, and establishment-backed candidates. The outcome will determine the Democratic challenger for the November election in a key battleground state.
Why it matters
The race tests the electoral viability of democratic socialist platforms in swing states and highlights the ongoing tension between the progressive and moderate wings of the Democratic Party.
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MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A democratic socialist is trying to rise above the party establishment’s chosen candidate, who revived his campaign after another leading contender dropped out in Wisconsin’s chaotic primary race for governor on Tuesday.
The winner will advance to take on Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany in November in an open race that could test the limits of progressives’ appeal in a critical battleground state.
Democrats are hoping to capitalize on low approval ratings for President Donald Trump in a state he won in 2016 and 2024 to retain control of the governor’s office and flip both chambers of the Legislature to earn full control of Wisconsin state government for the first time since 2010.
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