Francesca Hong’s defeat was a setback for the Left. But lost in discussions of the campaign’s shortcomings is how much she actually accomplished. Hong may have opened the door to a new era of politics for Wisconsin and the Left more broadly.
Francesca Hong says she can appeal to a wide coalition in November. Her detractors worry the democratic socialist will lose the crucial battleground race.
Currently leading in the polls in a major swing state, democratic socialist Francesca Hong has a good shot at becoming Wisconsin’s next governor — and the first socialist governor in US history. We spoke to her about her campaign.
Wisconsin candidate for Governor talks NSPM-7, Iran War, ICE + more
Francesca Hong, the democratic socialist candidate for governor in Wisconsin, discusses organizing beyond Madison and Milwaukee, confronting the Democratic establishment, and rebuilding working-class power.
The group is racing to prove that it can win competitive statewide races, channeling staff, star surrogates and resources toward Michigan and Wisconsin.
The vote suggests ballot measures could become a powerful new tool for grassroots activists seeking to block data center projects.
Crawford's win in Wisconsin points the way forward for Democrats. The high court has held a 4-3 liberal majority since 2023. That liberal majority will hear any cases related to the administration of the 2028 election.
In her new role as a party leader, Jane Kleeb is organizing Democrats to go on the offensive. "People are excited to hear the Democratic Party giving them something concrete that we are working toward."
Wisconsin public workers have won a major legal victory with a ruling that restores collective bargaining rights they lost under Act 10, a 2011 state law forced through by then Governor Scott Walker. Seven unions and 3 labor leaders filed the suit.
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