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A democratic socialist in Wisconsin tests how far left voters want to go in a battleground state
Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist and single mother, is running for governor in Wisconsin, a key swing state, to test how far left voters are willing to go. The Democratic primary on August 11 will determine her candidacy's viability against Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany, who has Trump's endorsement. Hong advocates for policies like defunding police, free healthcare, and a $20 minimum wage.
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