Hong’s Defeat in Wisconsin Shows the Limits of the Progressive Movement

Moderate David Crowley has won the Democratic gubernatorial primary in Wisconsin, narrowly defeating democratic socialist Francesca Hong. This result, projected by CBS News, represents a major upset that highlights the ideological divide within the Democratic party and suggests limits for the progressive movement outside urban centers. Following this victory, Crowley is now set to face Republican candidate Tom Tiffany in the general election this November to determine the next governor of Wisconsin.