David Crowley has secured a projected victory in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor, an outcome that interrupts a string of successes for the party’s progressive wing. Crowley, the Milwaukee County executive, outperformed state assemblywoman Francesca Hong in a tight race, according to projections from CBS News.
While analysts had predicted momentum for Hong following a series of insurgent victories nationwide, Crowley managed to overcome these expectations. He briefly exited the race before re-entering with the support of Governor Tony Evers. Crowley is set to face Republican congressman Tom Tiffany in the November general election. Tiffany, who has the endorsement of Donald Trump, centered his own primary campaign on tax reduction and agricultural support.
Hong, who aimed to be the state’s first democratic socialist governor, faced difficulties regarding past statements on police funding and the Thanksgiving holiday. Notably, prominent progressives like Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez did not participate in this specific primary. With the general election approaching, both candidates are emphasizing economic affordability and job creation as they prepare for a competitive midterm contest.
