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Capitol Notes: What Darling's departure means for the Wisconsin Legislature

Capitol building in Madison, WI.
SARAH GODFREY
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River Hills GOP Sen. Alberta Darling leaves the legislature this week, prompting political intrigue.

A prominent North Shore Republican is stepping away from the Wisconsin Legislature this week. Who might replace retiring State Senator Albert Darling, and what does her retirement mean for the new GOP super-majority in the Senate? Some answers on this week's Capitol Notes.

After this interview was recorded, state Rep. Deb Andraca (D-Whitefish Bay) announced that she will not runfor the seat being vacated by Darling.