Third Way to spend $15M to counter DSA in 2028 races
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A centrist Democratic organization announced a $15 million effort to counter Democratic Socialists of America-backed candidates ahead of the 2028 elections. Wisconsin state Rep. Francesca Hong, a DSA-endorsed candidate for governor, has faced criticism over past remarks about Thanksgiving and policing.
Third Way, a centrist Democratic think tank, pledged $15 million to discredit the Democratic Socialists of America movement between now and 2028.4 Third Way President Jonathan Cowan discussed the initiative during an appearance on CBS News' 'The Takeout'.4 Francesca Hong is a Democratic Socialists of America-backed candidate running for governor of Wisconsin.5,3,2
Hong previously called to 'cancel Thanksgiving' in 2020 due to its colonial history, according to reports.2,1 Hong reversed her position on abolishing the police, stating she has become 'serious about public safety' in a recent podcast interview.2 Bernie Sanders declined to endorse Hong's campaign for governor, saying 'I don’t think so' when asked about it.3
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