By HAYNES Leah Vukmir has served ably in the state Assembly since taking Milwaukee County Executive Scott Walker's vacated seat in 2002. She has combined a strong knowledge of health care and school issues with a fervent belief in tax relief.

By ANNYSA JOHNSON Political newcomer Dave Hucke is challenging incumbent Leah Vukmir in a race for Wisconsin's 14th Assembly District seat that splits along party lines on virtually every issue, from stem cell research and gay marriage to the death penalty and taxes.

By Annysa Johnson, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Oct.