Skillman Drops Out of Race for Governor
Lt. Governor Becky Skillman just announced she is not running for Governor of Indiana. Here is the statement put out this morning…
INDIANAPOLIS – Lt. Governor Becky Skillman today issued the following statement on a gubernatorial run in 2012.
“With much disappointment, I am announcing today that I will not be a candidate for Governor in 2012. My end of year physical exam revealed minor health issues. Nothing will interfere with my devotion to my duties as Lt. Governor, and I plan to continue the same pace as always. However, it is best to continue without the additional stress of a gubernatorial campaign.
“I owe a huge debt of gratitude to my family, office staff, campaign staff, and many friends and supporters throughout the state who offered great encouragement for my potential candidacy.
“I look forward to the next two years of service with enthusiasm, particularly the up-coming legislative session, as Governor Mitch and I work every day to move our state forward.”
Skillman’s announcement pretty much clears the field for a Mike Pence gubernatorial run. Last week, U.S. Senator and former Governor Evan Byah announced he was not going to run for his old job in 2012.
