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Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial primary is heating up as a pivotal battle for the party’s future, pitting Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley—backed by the governor—against progressive Francesca Hong. The race, complicated by Crowley’s brief withdrawal and lingering names of dropped candidates, mirrors Michigan’s recent progressive win and highlights deep Democratic divides over electability vs. bold policy. Crowley leans on his ties to the popular governor, while Hong works to distance herself from past radical stances, especially on policing. Republican Tom Tiffany exploits the chaos, framing it as a choice between common sense and extremism, with a major financial edge. This contest could define whether Wisconsin Democrats pivot toward centrism or embrace progressivism—and signal the party’s strategy across battleground states.

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