wliberty
Nov 29 2005, 12:08 PM
Dear Supporters:
This past weekend I spent a lot of time with my family and it was great. We were able to relax for a moment and talk about the future. I love them and can't imagine getting through a single day without their strength and patience.
With your help and support we were pulling ahead in the race for Governor - Wall Street's Zogby Poll shows me leading against every Republican contender and our fundraising was going well, with 2,000 new supporters joining the team since September.
But life is more than polls and more than any one campaign. My family and my city are more important than either, and after spending Thanksgiving considering all of the factors, I have made a very difficult decision. Today, I announced that I am no longer a candidate for Governor of the State of Ohio.
I have traveled long miles since this began, and I've learned so much about this great state and its needs, but I love my family above all other things, and right now that is where I am needed most - as a husband and father.
I love my city, and my mission is not yet done here. It has become increasingly clear that to win this race, which I believe I can win, it would require that I neglect my duties as mayor during the course of this campaign. I cannot do that.
While I am no longer a candidate for Governor in the State of Ohio, the state and citizens have a place in my heart, my mind and my spirit, and I will not shrink from offering my views nor will I shy away from engaging in what's important for our people. Ohio needs a leader who can get things done, and Frankie and I will continue to be a voice for all people. I will be speaking out on the issues that matter, and holding those who want to lead our State to the highest possible standard.
I want to thank the thousands of people I met all over the state, and all those who supported this campaign. Every hand that I shook lifted my heart and I am humbled by the experience of running for Governor.
I also want to thank both of my staffs, in City Hall and on the campaign, for their complete faith in us and their willingness to give their hearts and minds and energy 100% for this campaign.
Thank you and may God Bless Ohio.
Mike Coleman
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Brad
Nov 30 2005, 03:18 PM
Mike Coleman is a good man and I wish him nothing but the best. Rest assured his political career is not over.
It's now time for our party to unite behind Ted Strickland and prepare for the battle before us.
You won't find a stronger candidate than Ted Strickland!
Our state is awash in corruption and scandals. At the heart of the problem is one party rule. It must come to an end in 2006.