It's a contentious election year with the party leadership of the New York State Senate hanging in the balance.
In the 43rd Senate District, political newcomer Shaun Francis, a Democrat, is taking on two-term Republican Kathy Marchione.
WAMC's Southern Adirondack Bureau Chief Lucas Willard sat down with Francis to speak about why he has entered the fray for the Capital District seat.
WAMC has also reached out to Senator Marchione for an interview.
