Democrat drops out of Ohio race in Boehner district

CINCINNATI (AP) — The Democratic nominee in former Speaker John Boehner’s western Ohio district has withdrawn from the November election, leaving a clear field for now for recently elected Republican U.S. Rep Warren Davidson to win a full term.

Corey Foister, 26, says the June 7 special election results show he’s “not the right person.” He indicates in social-media posts he plans to stay in politics elsewhere.

Davidson romped to victory with 77 percent of the vote and took office that week to complete Boehner’s 8th House District term. Boehner left Congress last year after holding the seat nearly 25 years.

Jocelyn Bucaro, the Butler County Democratic Party chairwoman, says Democrats are exploring options, but aren’t sure if they will be able to get someone else on the ballot.