- David Crowley is projected to have won the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor, defeating Francesca Hong in a surprise result that halts a winning streak for the party's left wing.
- Hong conceded the race, with her campaign manager saying she was 'proud of the race we ran'; her defeat ends a series of wins for left-wing candidates in Democratic primaries.
- Crowley will face Republican Tom Tiffany in the November general election; Tiffany easily won the Republican contest and has the backing of US President Donald Trump.
- Crowley, the chief executive officer of Milwaukee County, posted on X that it was time to "get to work" and reiterated his missions of affordability, schools, jobs, and opportunity.
David Crowley has emerged victorious in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor, defeating Francesca Hong in a surprising turn of events that halts a left-wing winning streak. Crowley, the centrist candidate and current CEO of Milwaukee County, secured a narrow victory, as reported by CBS News.125678
Crowley will face Tom Tiffany, a Republican congressman backed by Donald Trump, in the November election. Tiffany won his primary contest easily, setting the stage for a competitive general election.
Crowley's victory is particularly notable given his recent decision to briefly suspend his campaign to support a rival. He later re-entered the race with the endorsement of Tony Evers, Wisconsin's current governor. In a post on X, Crowley expressed his commitment to making life more affordable, strengthening schools, and creating good-paying jobs.
Hong, a state assemblywoman and former chef, was initially seen as the frontrunner, aiming to become the first democratic socialist governor of Wisconsin. However, her campaign faced scrutiny over past comments regarding police funding and the Thanksgiving holiday, which some believe may have hindered her chances against a Republican opponent.
Prominent left-wing figures like Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez notably did not endorse Hong, which may have impacted her campaign. Following the results, Hong conceded, stating she was "proud of the race we ran," marking the end of a series of wins for left-wing candidates in Democratic primaries.34
“Crowley, the Milwaukee County executive, posted on X that it was time to 'get to work', reiterating his missions of affordability, schools, jobs, and opportunity. Hong's defeat ends a series of wins for left-wing candidates in Democratic primaries, with her campaign manager saying she was 'proud of the race we ran'.”
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