Wisconsin State Rep. Francesca Hong announced her candidacy for governor in 2026, joining a crowded Democratic primary field that now includes four men and four women. The Madison Democrat positions herself as the “wild card” in the race, emphasizing her unique background as a working-class single mother with restaurant industry experience.
The state lawmaker, who has represented her hometown in the Assembly since 2020, believes her diverse professional background sets her apart from other candidates.
“I think it’s because I’m still the only working-class, like, single mom who has both some political experience in the legislature, but also I am the bartender and the line cook and community organizer who meets different types of communities,” Hong said…