Deadline Day Dramatics in Broward Judicial Races

Noon today was the deadline for filing to be on Florida ballots, leading to some last-minute jockeying in the Broward judicial races. Broward Circuit Court Judge Lee Seidman -- facing three challengers in his reelection bid -- opted out of that race. But he didn't do so to run against...

By Thomas Francis

April 30, 2010

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Noon today was the deadline for filing to be on Florida ballots, leading to some last-minute jockeying in the Broward judicial races. Broward Circuit Court Judge Lee Seidman -- facing three challengers in his reelection bid -- opted out of that race. But he didn't do so to run against Judge Susan Lebow, as was widely expected.

Rather, the ~~announced resignation of~~ decision by Judge Cheryl Aleman not to file qualifying papers convinced Seidman to file in that race, where he will face Sandra Perlman, an assistant public defender.

Lebow would seem a very vulnerable incumbent if only for the outrage that came after she dismissed a death-row murder case this past February. But Lebow is formidable thanks to her support among criminal defense attorneys, who will fill her campaign purse.

Thomas Francis

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