Clayton said, "The language and the discourse is really reaching a low, that I've not seen, probably ever."



Johnson is running against Democratic incumbent Linda Belcher. The Kentucky Democratic Party also put out a statement, it reads in part, "Racism does not deserve a slap on the wrist or a second chance," it continues, "the only option would be for this candidate to withdraw from seeking a role as a lawmaker."



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