My Op-ed published in the Keene Sentinel on June 9, 2020. We live in a world where the actions of police officers have shattered the respect for law enforcement. Many of us grew up wanting to be a police officer to serve, protect, and help others. Now it seems we need to protect ourselves from their actions. The actions from the ones that join the ranks for the wrong reasons, who stray away from the oath they took, who walk around feeling as if they are above others, crossed the line between good and evil, and the organizations and leaders that allowed it to happen. Some will argue that George Floyd was resisting arrest and not complying with police orders. To them, I ask, was he resisting
Time flies when you are having fun, working hard to serve the people of Cheshire County, and being part of this amazing community I live, work, and love. It's official on September 3, 2020, I filed my Declaration of Candidacy for Sheriff of Cheshire County. Running for a 5th term. I have heard loud and clear the message you are shouting. We need to ensure that racial bias, whether it's implicit, explicit or unconscious, systemic, and hatred are not tolerated in our community. We live in a wonderful and supportive community that is accepting of everyone no matter where they are in life's journey. We need to hear your message. I heard your message and I will stand with you, even in the middle
