FORMER LT. GOV. MANDELA BARNES EXITS RACE FOR WISCONSIN GOVERNOR

Former Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes has ended his campaign for Wisconsin governor, according to NYT > Top Stories. This decision comes as a democratic socialist, Francesca Hong, is leading in polls in the closely divided state. Barnes' exit from the race may have significant implications for the upcoming election.

According to reports, Mandela Barnes' decision to drop out of the race may be due to his lagging performance in polls, with Francesca Hong currently in the lead. While specific details on Barnes' campaign finances or internal polls are not available, his exit suggests a shift in the dynamics of the race. Politico confirms that Mandela Barnes has indeed dropped out of the Wisconsin governor's race.

The Wisconsin governor's race is closely watched due to the state's divided politics, and the outcome may have significant implications for policies and contracts, including Medicaid insurers' contracts, which are on the line in the tight governor's race, as reported by KFF Health News.

• Mandela Barnes has dropped out of the Wisconsin governor's race
• Francesca Hong is currently leading in polls
• The outcome of the race may impact Medicaid insurers' contracts

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