Hong, a Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) member, has opened up a massive, double-digit polling lead in the Wisconsin gubernatorial primary over her foe, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley. “My understanding is that Francesca Hong has made clear her present stances to her electorate,” Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) told ABC News’ “This Week” on Sunday. 3 Francesca Hong is widely seen as the Democratic frontrunner ahead of the Wisconsin gubernatorial primary on Tuesday. 3 Francesca Hong has been scrambling to recalibrate some of her positions amid fears that Republicans will have ample fodder against her. AP Photo/Nam Y. HuhAround that time, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) indicated that he didn’t have plans to endorse in the Wisconsin gubernatorial primary.