Ben Wilson, has announced his withdrawl from the race for the 64th District seat in the Kansas House of Representatives.

“I like to stick with what I’ve started and not quit, so this was a difficult decision for me,” Wilson said. “but after much thought and prayer and talking with several personal mentors, I have decided that it is the right thing to do.”

Wilson, who lives near Ogden,  said that the biggest reason for the move was Kathy Martin’s decision to run for the House seat. “Overall I like what I have seen of Kathy, and I know that she is a strong candidate that I can support. Now that she is running, I don’t think it makes much sense for me to continue pursuing that position.”

On March 21, Wilson had filed to run for the 64th District seat. That district includes Clay Center and much of Riley County. Since that time Kathy Martin and Susie Swanson have both filed to run for the seat currently held by Vern Swanson.  Vern Swanson is not seeking reelection.