The Catskill Chronicle

MONTICELLO, NY – On June 24, at 3:15pm in the lobby of the Sullivan County Government Center in Monticello, NY, Judge Martin Miller made an announcement that he will not run in a September primary for the position of Sullivan County Court Judge and Surrogate.

Prior to this decision, Judge Miller was to run in a Democratic Primary race against Cindy Barber, who was endorsed by The Sullivan County Democratic Committee as their choice to be the candidate for County Court Judge against the Republican candidate.

“Certainly I know this has been a difficult decision for Marty and I appreciate his calm consideration of this decision. I have gotten to know Marty over the past two years since I became Chairman. He is a thoughtful and honest man. He is a wonderful judge in the Town of Thompson and I will gladly support him in future elections,” stated Steve Wilkinson, Chairman of the Sullivan County Democratic Committee.

Judge Miller made the following statement, “After a long and arduous deliberation, I am announcing my withdrawal from the current primary race for Sullivan County Court Judge and Surrogate. I am grateful to the many people who have supported my candidacy and especially appreciative of the legion of volunteers who carried my petitions. While we could ensure a very strong primary contest, in the end, it would have been detrimental to the party overall. As we move forward, I will continue my commitment to serve the good citizens of Sullivan County.”

Bill James, Chairman of the Town of Thompson Democratic Committee added, “As Chairman of the Town of Thompson Democratic Committee, I am proud and honored to be here today for our County son, and long-time Town of Thompson Judge – Marty Miller. Marty is a man of honor and integrity who has selflessly served our community as a resident, community advocate, and judicial leader, and a role model of excellence.”

“Judge Miller’s decision does not come lightly. I am pleased that his decision will allow him to continue to provide judicial excellence for Town of Thompson residents and others who come before him in the court room. We are further assured that Marty’s outstanding legal knowledge on the bench allows us to keep a most competent, ethical and honorable Judge serving the Sullivan County Community.”