In FL SD-14, the incumbent, Republican State Senator Dorothy Hukill pulled out of the race for very sad reasons, her cancer is back and she will be entering hospice soon.
There is a Democrat running in this race, Melissa Martin, who had this to say in response to the news...
I'm taking a knee today. No politics. I just ask that everyone who supports me to please turn their hearts and minds to a hurting community.
She also released a letter of support for Senator Dorothy Hukill.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Sep 28, 2018)
Dear Dorothy,
While we have only had the opportunity to meet in person a few times, please know you have always had my respect and admiration. The news today sent shockwaves of sadness; a surreal moment where the reality of our fragile humanity stomps the notion of party politics into the dirt.
You have given so much of yourself serving Ponce Inlet, Port Orange and the State of Florida, and we are incredibly grateful for your decades of service.
I’m not sure what comfort I can provide you or your loved ones in this time of sadness and reflection, but please accept my most sincere condolences and gratitude for your contributions to our community.
Now is not the time to reflect on politics, and I will not spend any time doing so. At this moment, we reflect on your lifetime of service to those in need and the people you so ably represented.
Today, we are all kin. We all share in this heartbreak and we all send our warmest thoughts and earnest prayers. We lift you up in true respect and esteem, and I would love the honor to sponsor a bill on Day 1 to assure your name continues to be known and loved in perpetuity.
With deep regard,
Melissa Martin
The full story is here at FLoridaPolitics.
This is how a great candidate acts!