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An exciting announcement! I've devoted my career to being a consistent, conservative voice on fiscal and social issues, as well as a strong advocate for mental health. I need your help for what comes next. Join me at http://lawtonforlondon.ca! Posted by Andrew Lawton on Wednesday, April 11, 2018

The London West seat is held by two-term NDP MPP Peggy Sattler.

Jake Skinner, a trustee for the Thames Valley District school board, also is vying for the Progressive Conservative nomination in the riding.

Lawton, who is married to a Free Press reporter Jennifer Bieman, appealed to donors and volunteers to help with his campaign.

“This is going to be a very challenging battle, but it’s one that I’m up for,” he said.

Ontario goes to the polls on June 7.