Governor Perry has appointed Judge Debra Lehrmann (R) (pictured left) to replace Justice Harriet O’Neill, who will vacate Place 3 on the Texas Supreme Court effective June 20.
To retain the seat, Judge Lehrmann, must defeat First Court of Appeals Justice Jim Sharp (D) (also pictured) in the November general election. Meanwhile, when not campaigning, Judge Lehrmann will get some on-the-job training and will enjoy the benefits of incumbency.
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