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Have you all met Francesca Hong? Former chef and restaurant owner running for Governor of Wisconsin
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Have you all met Francesca Hong? Former chef and restaurant owner running for Governor of Wisconsin


"Francesca Hong is a democratic socialist and sitting member of the Wisconsin State Assembly representing its 76th district. She is currently running for governor."

https://jacobin.com/2026/01/hong-wisconsin-governor-democratic-socialism

Francesca Hong https://womeninwisconsin.org/profile/francesca-hong/

https://wisconsinexaminer.com/2025/09/18/state-rep-francesca-hong-a-bartender-and-democratic-socialist-joins-primary-field-for-governor/

by midnighttoker1742

11 Comments

  2. teddyrupxin

    Honestly, I know what chefs are like. None of us should have that much power.

  3. gradi3nt

    I was at her kickoff canvass two weeks ago!! I only worked in restaurants as a teenager but I learned a ton and have a lot of respect for you all.

  4. ItsTheFark

    Subreddit lurker. Madison resident.

    I like her policies.

    Her restaurant was legendary and was a major loss to the city when she closed it.

  6. rikkitikkifuckyou

    I worked for her! She’s the real deal, couldn’t be happier that she’s doing so well and will happily vote for her every chance I get.

  8. BallDesperate2140

    Any Wisconsinites, what are her chances in all likelihood? Be great to get a progressive governor.

  9. BreweryRabbit

    Okay this is really fucking cool. What a badass lady.

  11. IMP1017

    She was my state rep when I lived in Wisconsin and I went to her ramen restaurant several times. She’s a class act and I really hope Wisconsin elects her