Friday, August 12, 2011
8:05 AM
Recall previews: SD 12 and SD 22
With the first seven recalls out of the way, attention now turns to the two Democratic senators facing elections next week.
In northern Wisconsin's 12th District, Democratic Sen. Jim Holperin is facing a challenge from Republican Kim Simac, who led the effort to collect signatures against him. And in southeast Wisconsin's 22nd District, Democratic Sen. Robert Wirch is facing political newcomer Jonathan Steitz.
Click below to read recent WisPolitics coverage and background on the two races:
SENATE DISTRICT 12
Aug. 9: Holperin and Simac meet for SD 12 debate
Aug. 8: Holperin defends departure from state as Simac looks to overcome inexperience, negative ads
July 29: District profile: Recall mixes political talk into Northwoods summertime conversation
July 18: Primary preview: Lussow playing catch-up to Holperin recall organizer Simac
SENATE DISTRICT 22
Aug. 8: Incumbent Wirch faces challenge from newcomer Steitz
- Wirch interview
- Steitz interview
- Steitz follow-up
Aug. 8: On the issues: Wirch and Steitz
July 18: Primary preview: GOP primary to find Wirch foe pits former sheriff vs. attorney in first race
Labels: 2011 recall elections
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