Wisconsin progressive Hong's supporters are confident she's the answer to affordability ahead of primary

MADISON, Wis. – Supporters of Democratic candidate for Wisconsin governor Francesca Hong expressed confidence ahead of Tuesday that the far-left progressive and member of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) can win the Democratic gubernatorial primary on a platform centered on economic relief.

"She's speaking to working-class issues. Everybody's struggling right now. The price of gas is insane. Trying to pay for your groceries is insane, trying to pay your rent is insane," campaign canvasser Josiah Wampfler told at Hongs campaign headquarters in Madison. "We're all struggling, and she's presenting solutions to bring down prices and to have improved government programs."

has plagued many Americans amid rising costs of groceries, housing and healthcare. The House passed legislation — showing a rare display of bipartisanship earlier this year with a 390-9 vote — to deliver policies aimed at growing the supply of  in the U.S.

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Hong enters primary night as a polling frontrunner in a Democratic showdown that was upended this summer after several high-profile contenders — including former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes and current Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez — exited the race, while Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley briefly suspended his campaign before re-entering.

A member of the DSA, the 37-year-old former chef and single mother has drawn backing from prominent national progressives, including Reps. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., and Ro Khanna, D-Calif.

Hongs platform includes state-guaranteed paid leave, raising Wisconsins minimum wage from $7.25 to $20 per hour, and placing a one-year moratorium on new AI data center construction. Her tax proposal would raise state income taxes by 1% on couples earning over $431,000 and individuals earning over $323,000.

Supporters and volunteers poured into the Madison headquarters on Election Day, preparing for final voter outreach pushes.

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"When I first started this campaign, I figured it was a long shot, but seeing her grow, it really feels like a people-powered movement," volunteer Peter German said following a canvassing briefing. "I think it's been clear where the momentum is heading for a little bit now."

Another supporter, Dana, wearing a "Hotties for Hong" campaign shirt, argued that Hong represents the disruption the state needs.

"I think what I've seen inside of Madison and throughout the state is that people are looking for change — dare I say radical change — because we have been subjected to a lot of very moderate views for a long time, and people are suffering," she said.