As a Wisconsinite I can give a more upclose and personal observation:
This " Abstinence " issue is something that the Republicans in the state have to do to keep the insurance corps "donating" for their campaigns.
Most Wisconsinites look at the Republican party as an whore whose wares are getting a bit to old to be attractive.
The recall election's have already made one Senator who was up for recall resign and I have a feeling there will be several more resignations before June 5.