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Francesca Hong, Wisconsin’s top Democratic gubernatorial contender, sparked controversy after a 2020 social media post seemed to call for canceling Thanksgiving—but she’s now clarifying her stance: as a chef who believes in bringing people together, she values communal meals while also acknowledging the holiday’s painful legacy for Indigenous communities. Her campaign insists she doesn’t want to cancel the holiday, and despite backlash, she’s leading the primary race with backing from progressive leaders. This moment underscores how candidates grapple with history, identity, and tradition in today’s political climate.

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