Wisconsin recall election could hinge on voter turnout

Scott Walker
In this April 17, 2012, photo Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker speaks to the Illinois Chamber of Commerce in Springfield, Ill.
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Candidates and their supporters are waging a huge effort to get out the vote in Wisconsin, ahead of a recall election that has become a national showdown over union rights.

The June 5 election pits Republican Gov. Scott Walker against his Democratic rival, Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett. Both sides are focused on turnout because of a low number of undecided voters.

Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer talked with Jason Stein, who covers politics for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

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