A Kentucky state representative, who was seriously injured after trying to stop a fight a Whitley County high school, will resign.
Dewayne Bunch was injured in April at Whitley County High School. Bunch, who served as a math and science teacher at the school, was immediately flown to University of Kentucky Medical Center after the incident. After that, he was flown to Atlanta for more treatment.
His wife, Regina, did not disclose what Bunch's current condition is or where he is located Thursday. However she did release this statement.
"I wish to take this opportunity to express my appreciation to all of those who have expressed their support to my husband and our family over the last several months. The prayers and encouragement shown us will forever be cherished."
"After much soul searching and prayer, we as a family decided it is in the best interest of his constituency if he resigned as State Representative. This will allow for his replacement to hopefully be sworn in prior to the 2012 session of the General Assembly."
"I know there are many qualified and capable people in this district and my desire is that whomever the people choose to fill his vacancy will be as committed and dedicated to serving the people of the 82nd District," said Regina Bunch...
According to the Kentucky Republican Caucus, Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear has 60 days to call a special election. After that, local parties will be able to announce replacement candidates.
Friday, October 28, 2011
Ky Rep. Dewayne Bunch steps down from office
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Next time we hear another condsending comment from a non educator about how teachers don't care or have their summers off, we should remind them of educators like Bunch and the sacrifices they have made to try to serve students
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