Judge Candidate Withdraws, Rice Becomes Uncontested Democrat
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Democratic candidate Michael Wright, running for probate judge in Montgomery County, Ohio, withdrew from the race just a month after filing, leaving attorney Cassandra Rice as the uncontested Democratic nominee. Wrights withdrawal, due to heavy client commitments and family loss, has raised questions about potential coordination between Judge David Brannon and Rice to split the Democratic vote. Rice believes Wright entered the race to weaken her campaign, while Wrights past support for Brannon adds fuel to this theory. The local Democratic Party chair praised Wrights decision, allowing them to rally behind Rice. Ohios strict judicial ethics rules prohibit misleading tactics, and investigations into potential violations remain possible.
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