From today's Argus Leader:
The state Capitol will be thick with lawyers this week, a sure sign that tumultuous events are unfolding inside.
Lawyer-lobbyists typically ply the halls during legislative sessions, but the disciplinary hearing to investigate Sen. Dan Sutton is sure to draw more barristers than usual.
Sutton, a Democrat from Flandreau, is represented by two of the top defense lawyers in South Dakota. The Senate, which is holding the hearing, is represented by former U.S. Attorney Jim McMahon. Attorney General Larry Long and others from his office also are expected to be on hand.
Then there's former governor and congressman Bill Janklow, who recently got his law license back. Janklow represents the high school page who accused Sutton last year of sexual misconduct.
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Once you count 35 senators and the people associated with the hearing, there's room for only a couple dozen spectators. Throw in some curious House members, and there won't be much room for anybody else.
The hearing should be available to anyone with an Internet connection.
The state plans to broadcast the proceedings live on its Web site, Fry said.
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