Wisconsin considers democratic socialist for governor amid US wave of progressive wins

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Francesca Hong emerges as frontrunner — This indicates growing support for democratic socialists within the party.
Anti-establishment sentiment tested — It shows whether voters are moving away from traditional Democratic candidates. Fique de olho
More states may see similar primary races with progressive candidates.

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Francesca Hong is Democratic frontrunner in four-way primary race to lead the swing state, a test of anti-establishment sentimentWisconsin voters will decide on Tuesday whether to nominate a democratic socialist for the state’s highest office in the latest test of an anti-establishment wave among...

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