Democrats Split on Direction | Dover News

Dover News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 10, 2026 · 1m

In Wisconsin, a Democratic governor’s race is turning into a firestorm as progressive Francesca Hong faces off against the governor’s chosen candidate, David Crowley — who briefly dropped out then returned after his backer faced finance troubles. Governor Evers is rallying behind Crowley, framing him as the best bet to defeat Republican Tom Tiffany, while Republicans are secretly funding Hong’s campaign, hoping she’ll be an easier general election opponent. Party leaders fear this could alienate moderates in a key battleground state — a concern echoed after Michigan’s progressive Senate win…