One Senator from this state, William Proxmire, was a fierce critic of wasteful government spending and created a Golden Fleece award which he gave out monthly. Proxmire won a 1957 special election in this state to succeed Joseph McCarthy after his death, and this state is currently led by Tammy Baldwin and Ron Johnson. Other political leaders from this state include Russ Feingold, Robert LaFollette, and outgoing Speaker of the House Paul Ryan. For 10 points, name this Great Lakes state with its capital at Madison.
a) Illinois
b) Michigan
c) Minnesota
d) Wisconsin

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