The executive committee mainly argues that Taft's rejection of its recommendation was an abuse of discretion. We agree and, therefore, issue the requested writ of mandamus.
R.C. 3501.07 permits the appropriate county executive committee to recommend a candidate for a vacancy on the county board of elections. The statute also provides:
"The secretary of state shall appoint such [qualified...
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