David Crowley defeats Francesca Hong in Wisconsin Democratic gubernatorial primary

NPR · Politico · first seen 12.08.2026

Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley narrowly defeated democratic socialist Francesca Hong in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor. Crowley's victory could make him Wisconsin's first Black governor, while Hong's primary loss has sparked internal division and finger-pointing among progressives.

David Crowley defeated Francesca Hong in the Wisconsin Democratic primary for governor.
Crowley could become Wisconsin's first Black governor.
Francesca Hong lost her primary race.
The loss caused internal division and finger-pointing among progressives.

David Crowley defeats Francesca Hong in Wisconsin Democratic gubernatorial primary

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