Francesca Hong avoids attacks as Wisconsin Democrats meet for an amicable governor debate

The five Democratic candidates for governor in Wisconsin almost entirely refrained from lobbing attacks at each other during their first and only debate Tuesday night, even as the volatile race enters its final two weeks.

Hong's candidacy could become the most significant test yet for Democratic socialists in a critical battleground state.

Democrats must decide what brand to put forward: an establishment name or a candidate on the left who has garnered excitement.