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Dayton, Ohio - A new Montgomery County judge appointed by Governor Ted Strickland is being called Ohio's first openly gay judge. Former Dayton city commissioner Mary Wiseman replaces Common Pleas Court Judge John Kessler, who is scheduled to retire Wednesday.
Officials with gay rights group Equality Ohio say Wiseman's appointment makes state history. Forty-five-year-old Wiseman says she's proud if the gay community sees her as a role model and says she believes the rest of society can grow more comfortable about gays and lesbians in public office. Strickland gave Wiseman the news more than a week ago. On Monday, he said he's happy if he broke a barrier, while noting he made his choice because of Wiseman's qualifications. Copyright 2007, Associated Press, All Rights Reserved |
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