Wisconsin Republicans Retain Control of Senate in Win for Walker
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Democrats in Wisconsin fell short of their goal of capturing control of the state Senate and blunting the agenda of Governor Scott Walker when they failed to oust three Republicans in six recall elections.
Republican incumbents Alberta Darling, Sheila Harsdorf, Luther Olsen and Robert Cowles survived yesterday’s recalls, according to vote tallies by the Associated Press. Democrats took two seats, cutting the Republican margin in the Senate to 17-16. Jennifer Shilling defeated Senator Dan Kapanke and Jessica King beat Senator Randy Hopper, AP said.