adiossheriff's blog

I hear that we now have another candidate for Clay County Sheriff. I will not mention his name as that is his job.

This gentleman used to work for the S.O. as an electrician and was well liked, and did fine work. He left the S.O. for several years and then asked Rick to hire him back, but was refused.

Now he wants to run for the office, or does he? Is he being put in the race by Rick to divide the vote, with the promise to hire him if Rick is re-elected?

This gentleman has deep spiritual ties around the county which could be used by the Rickster to counter the Taylor campaign. 

the FOP voted to hold this debate at its regular meeting held the second Tuesday in Dec.  The Sheriffs letter indicating he would not attend was recieved last week. The FOP did not schedule the dates to avoid the Sheriff's attendance. On the contrary, the membership wanted him to attend along with the other candidates. The previously mentioned letter announcing the debate also invited each candiate to attend a social event at the lodge on the 8th and 9th of January. The Sheriff declined this invitation as well. The overwhelming support the Union recieved from the deputy's and supervisors may have given the Sheriff a hint that all is not well and he may not have the FOP endorsement in the bag as he had thought.

It will take three hours for all four candidates to give information needed for the public to begin making a decision. You seem to have some conspiracy theories as to the venue of the debate. I can tell you that this location was chosen to AVOID the appearence of shenanigans as opposed to churches, schools, and businesses. The FOP paid for the room where the debate will take place. You mention the utility tax, now I wonder IF this was such a terrible thing, why wasn't it repealed after those evil people were removed from office? Where is Mr. Smith when you need him? I suppose it is because you and the other county entities enjoy the spoils of the tax. As far as the debate, it will be interesting to hear some new ideas concerning the S.O. as what we have heard for three years is stale, I mean how long can you blame others for your incompetence and ineffective leadership.

I hope everyone comes to the debate. It should prove enlightening and entertaining. The problem with being an independent is that "the pack of hungry dogs" will pick the candidates without you having a say in the matter. The debate will give the canditates thier first chance to face a crowd and one another. It should be easy to see the candidates develop thier platforms as each week passes. To be in on the first contact will benefit all concerned. Lets pack the house and start these campaigns with the enthusiasim they deserve. 

Angela,You are correct that we are ill and underserved by the State Attorneys Office, unless there is plotical gain for it's members. Can anyone say Sheriff?