GOPer Who Opposed Criminalizing Spousal Rape Drops Out Of House Race

[DonViejo]

CATHERINE THOMPSON – JANUARY 23, 2014, 7:26 AM EST

A GOP candidate who once opposed making spousal rape a crime has dropped out of the race for retiring Rep. Frank Wolf's (R-VA) seat.

Virginia state Sen. Richard "Dick" Black told a local conservative blog that he decided to remain in the state Senate in order to preserve an even split between Republicans and Democrats in that chamber.

"Our nation and Virginia are at a critical juncture," Black told the Bull Elephant. "I seriously considered running for the 10th Congressional seat, however, after meeting with Republican Caucus leaders in Richmond, it is imperative that I remain in the Senate where I am needed to maintain our 20/20 split."

Two Virginia Republicans with knowledge of the decision confirmed Black's plans to The Hill.

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[shenmue]

1. What an idiot

Thank goodness he's out.

[onenote]

2. Actually, having him could have helped splinter the repubs

[yellowcanine]

3. Time to buy up thrift store stocks of nighties and send them to this guy's office.

[Aristus]

4. Bye-bye, dick...

don't come back...