Wisconsin Senate Contest Heats Up With Personal Attacks On Senator's Spouse
### Personal attacks escalate in contentious race
The Wisconsin Senate contest has taken a turn for the personal, with Republican candidate Kevin Nicholson launching a series of attacks on Democratic incumbent Tammy Baldwin's husband, Phil Craven.
Nicholson has accused Craven of being a "lobbyist" and a "radical environmentalist," and has suggested that he is not fit to be the spouse of a U.S. senator.
Craven, who is a retired Air Force colonel and former president of the National Council on Disability, has defended himself against Nicholson's attacks, calling them "baseless" and "unprofessional."
The personal attacks have escalated the tone of the race, which is already one of the most competitive in the country. Baldwin is a popular incumbent, but Nicholson is a well-funded and well-organized challenger.
The race is likely to be decided by a small number of votes, and the personal attacks could have a significant impact on the outcome.
### Personal attacks raise concerns
Nicholson's attacks on Craven have raised concerns about the level of negativity in the race. Some observers have accused Nicholson of playing dirty, and have suggested that he is trying to distract voters from the issues.
Others have defended Nicholson's attacks, arguing that they are fair game. They say that Craven is a public figure, and that his record is fair game for scrutiny.
The personal attacks are likely to continue in the final weeks of the campaign. Both candidates are eager to win, and they are both willing to take risks to do so.
It remains to be seen whether the personal attacks will have a significant impact on the outcome of the race. But they have certainly made the contest more interesting.