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In Wisconsin, David Crowley defeats Francesca Hong in Democratic primary for governor

In Wisconsin, David Crowley defeats Francesca Hong in Democratic primary for governor
NPR News Wednesday 12 August 2026, 08:06 UTC By Anya van Wagtendonk 1 min read
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David Crowley is the Milwaukee County Executive and could become the state's first Black governor. He narrowly defeated Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist who drew enthusiastic support.(Image credit: Kayla Wolf)

David Crowley is the Milwaukee County Executive and could become the state's first Black governor. He narrowly defeated Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist who drew enthusiastic support.

(Image credit: Kayla Wolf)

[Image text:] CROWLEY FOR GOVERNOR ROWLEY OR GOVERNORE CROWLEY BUIL POWE LE IOR
Wisconsin (LOCATION) David Crowley (PERSON) Francesca Hong (PERSON) Democratic (ORG) the Milwaukee County Executive (ORG) Kayla Wolf (PERSON)
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