Hong Leads Wisconsin Democratic Primary; Voters Undecided
Francesca Hong continues to lead the Wisconsin Democratic gubernatorial primary in Marquette Law School polls, with about a quarter of Democratic voters backing her and a large share—roughly 40–45%—undecided as the field reshapes after Sara Rodriguez’s exit and David Crowley’s reentry backed by Gov. Tony Evers. The race remains fluid, with Mandela Barnes in second at times and other candidates far behind, as August’s primary nears and polling shows Hong maintaining a consistent lead across multiple survey periods.
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About Sara Rodriguez
Sara Janelle Russell Rodriguez is an American politician and former health care professional serving since 2023 as the 46th lieutenant governor of Wisconsin. A member of the Democratic Party, she previously represented Wisconsin's 13th Assembly district from 2021 to 2023. She was a Democratic candidate for governor of Wisconsin in the 2026 election, but withdrew from the race before the primary election.
Everything about Sara Rodriguez →- Occupation
- politician, registered nurse, epidemiologist, businessperson
- Position held
- member of the Wisconsin State Assembly, Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin
- Citizenship
- United States
- Born
- July 25, 1975
- Website
- https://www.saraforwi.com/