Strickland said Wednesday that Cordray is fair, kind and a tenacious problem solver who will restore integrity to the highest legal position in the state.

Cordray says he will focus on rebuilding the public trust, fighting crime and providing financial security to Ohioans.

Democrats are expected to formally select Cordray at a meeting June 21. Republicans are expected to pick their candidate the same day.

The parties are vying to replace Marc Dann, who resigned May 14 in the wake of a sexual harassment scandal in the office. Voters will pick Dann's replacement in November.