State Rep. Francesca Hong, a Madison Democratic Socialist, chef and bartender, is joining the growing Democratic field for governor — saying she hopes to be a relatable candidate who can bring working class people together to foster a government that works for them. Hong was first elected to the state Assembly in 2020, becoming the first Asian American to serve in the body. “I think that this is probably the only time where someone like me can run for governor and win,” Hong said. “It’s going to sound corny, but I really love this state,” Hong said. Hong was a leading sponsor on a state law that requires schools teach Hmong and Asian American history.