At best a short term victory for the dems. Wisconsin legislature not in session until next January,2013, In the meantime the November 2012 elections will be taking place with new redistricting which favors Republicans. Republicans feel they will pick up 2 Republican Senate seats which will put them back into majority
You have made the key point, thanks.
Folks this is a nothing victory, do not let your heart be troubled. Having the majority of a body that is not in session means what, exactly?
The 21st Senate district will not hold an election again until November, 2014. If Lehman wins, then the Republicans MUST pick up two seats this November to have a Senate majority for the next two years.
The 21st Senate seat is very important to Walker's ability to govern for the next two years.