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Francesca Hong: “No, I’ve had more conversations with people who are more directly connected to the problems, and have learned that it is…”

On the recordAugust 6, 2026
No, I’ve had more conversations with people who are more directly connected to the problems, and have learned that it is most important for a public servant like myself to make sure we’re looking at sensible, practical solutions.
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Francesca Hong
Democratic · Wisconsin

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Explaining her evolved views on policing.

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