And Bob Bennett, too.

Ohio Republican Party Chairman Bob Bennett had these comments about Betty Montgomery's withdrawal from the gubernatorial primary today:

“Betty Montgomery was one of the most popular and accomplished attorneys general in state history. It’s an office she loves and one she has served with remarkable leadership.

“Betty understands that political primaries are costly and divisive, and her willingness to step aside from the governor’s race for the good of the party should be commended. I appreciate the thoughtful and selfless consideration she gave to deciding where she could best serve, and I’m confident her decision to run for attorney general will be welcome not only by those in our party but also by the majority of Ohioans.

“She enters the attorney general’s race as a formidable candidate with an extensive record of experience and a strong grassroots organization. Betty has been our top vote-getter in the past two statewide elections, and I have no doubt she will continue that same level of overwhelming support.”