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Johnson exits Kentucky Senate race

Story Created: Mar 10, 2010 at 3:10 PM CDT

Story Updated: Mar 10, 2010 at 3:10 PM CDT

ELKTON -Kentucky GOP Candidate Bill Johnson today issued the following statement regarding his decision to exit the U.S. Senate race.

"Magellan Strategies completed a poll for the campaign on Tuesday evening. The results were not encouraging for a continued run. It is time to gracefully and honorably exit the race for the U.S. Senate.

"I have no regrets. Spending time with men like Bob Heft (50 Star American Flag designer) and Dr. Alan Keyes (Pro-life advocate) has enriched my life. Talking with Kentucky's Republican congressman during the past few months reassures me that good people are fighting hard for America. I am happy to say that we have some outstanding men and women serving at the state level, many of them have given me words of encouragement. And meeting conservative men and women across the state of Kentucky has renewed my faith that America will again head back to the Constitution.

"Trey and Rand are both good men. I have decided to remain neutral for now and clear of endorsements. Regardless of who wins the primary, I offer my full support to helping that candidate become our next U.S. Senator from Kentucky.

"I will spend the next few months relaxing and enjoying time with my family. I humbly thank all my supporters and volunteers for their efforts. My goal was to be your public servant in Washington but perhaps another opportunity will emerge in the future. I look forward to your continued friendship. Please stay in touch. Best Regards, Bill"

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Mac McLeod said on Wednesday, Mar 10 at 8:46 PM

This is indeed, sad news. Choosing between the two who are left (I should say, remain) is like choosing between Barry Goldwater and Nelson Rockafeller back in the '64 GOP presidential primary. If you don't know what I mean ,check your history books. Neither of them became President.

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