She was the first female Democratic Senate majority leader in Wisconsin history.

Robson was born in Cleveland, Ohio, and now lives in Beloit, Wisconsin.

Before being elected to public office, Robson worked as a nurse and as an instructor, primarily at Blackhawk Technical College.

[3] The day after passage of the 2007-2008 state budget, the Senate Democratic Caucus elected Russ Decker to replace Robson as Majority Leader.

[4] Robson did not seek reelection in 2010[5] and was succeeded by Timothy Cullen, who had held the senate seat prior to Tim Weeden.