Tuesday’s primaries provided another showcase of the Democrats’ struggle between the ideological left and center, with some seasoned candidates and a famous name advancing in the process.

Wisconsin and South Carolina Primaries

In Wisconsin, the Democratic nomination for governor was a tight contest between the socialist candidate, Francesca Hong, and Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, who had the backing of retiring Gov. Tony Evers. The outcome of the race was not clear on Tuesday night.

In South Carolina, Darline Graham, the sister of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, advanced to a runoff in the primary for her brother’s seat, thanks in part to the endorsement of President Donald Trump.

Experience and Resume Matter

While much of this year’s midterm campaign cycle has been animated by new candidates with provocative progressive messages, Democratic voters in Connecticut and Minnesota gravitated toward the familiar in their respective choices for governor.

Connecticut’s two-term Gov. Ned Lamont defeated his progressive challenger, while Sen. Amy Klobuchar easily won her state’s nomination for governor. Their victories ran counter to any trend toward younger, more progressive candidates who had scored surprising wins in several House primaries.

Original reporting: KCCI Des Moines — read the source article.