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Francesca Hong on the 2026 primary for governor of Wisconsin

State Rep. Francesca Hong, D-Madison, discusses why she is running in the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor in 2026 and how both state and national politics factor in the race.

By Zac Schultz | Here & Now

December 19, 2025

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Francesca Hong on running for Wisconsin governor in 2026 and politics of the race.

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