Francesca Hong
Wisconsin State Representative · Democratic · Wisconsin
Francesca Hong is a progressive Wisconsin state representative and Madison restaurateur running in Wisconsin’s open 2026 race for governor.
Profile last updated Jul 7, 2026 · Center Field Politics
Scout's Report
A progressive legislator and small-business owner with a strong grassroots base and a working-families and small-business message.
Core Strength
An energetic progressive base, small-business credentials, and a historic profile.
Core Weakness
A left-flank profile in a competitive primary and a battleground general election.
Recent Action
Entered Wisconsin’s open 2026 gubernatorial race as Gov. Tony Evers opted not to seek another term.
Key Metrics
- Reliability
- 96%
- Documented Controversies
- 0
- Funding Secured
- $25M
Roll-call or session participation — did they show up?
Official ethics findings or court records only.
State legislative work and grants directed to the Madison area during her tenure (absolute).
Where They Stand
Stances on the issues many voters care most about. Where a candidate has not given a clear answer we mark it "Mixed / Partial" or "Unclear" rather than guess. Positions are drawn from official records and bias-labeled news sources; they are descriptive only and are never scored.
Environment—Supports3
Climate protections and regulation versus fewer climate-related regulations on industry.
Backs aggressive climate action and clean-energy investment.
Healthcare—Supports3
Expanding healthcare coverage for all versus expanding market-based, private insurance.
Supports expanding coverage, including single-payer approaches.
Second Amendment—Supports4
New firearm regulations versus no new firearm regulations.
Supports expanded background checks and firearm-safety measures.
Immigration—Supports3
Pathways to citizenship versus a closed-border approach.
Supports comprehensive reform with a pathway to citizenship.
Roe v. Wade—Supports4
Protecting access to abortion versus restricting access to abortion.
A strong supporter of abortion-access protections.
National Security—Mixed / Partial3
Whether diplomacy or military strength should be the primary national-security priority.
Emphasizes diplomacy and restraint over open-ended military commitments.
Party Loyalty
Party-line alignment on major recorded votes.