Police union picks Pasco candidates to support
The Fraternal Order of Police lodge in Pasco just announced its endorsements. The union represents law enforcement officers.
Sheriff: Democrat Kim Bogart over Jeff Deremer, and Republican Bob Sullivan over Sheriff Bob White (a nemesis of the FOP, he didn't participate).
County Commissioner: challenger John Nicolette over incumbent Ted Schrader in District 1's Republican primary, a heated contest that will virtually decide that seat's election.
County Commissioner: Incumbent Republican Jack Mariano over Rich Jenkins in District 5.
School Board: Joanne Hurley over Kurt Conover and Peter Hanzel in the non-partisan District 2 race.
See the announcement here: Download endorsement.pdf
-- David DeCamp/Times staff writer
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Voters of Pasco please note these endorsements. All public safety officials have chosen to NOT endorse White for numerous reasons. You have two good candidates in Bogart and Sullivan.
Please vote wisely in August and Novemeber to make Pasco safe once again!!
Posted by: Joe Deputy | July 18, 2008 at 08:08 PM
That's right. If the unions have no faith in the sheriff and the others, neither should we. Doesn't everyone want to be safe as well?
Posted by: | July 18, 2008 at 08:47 PM
Public safety is a primary concern. These people place their lives on the line everyday, so their choices should be recongnized and strongly considered!
Posted by: | July 20, 2008 at 11:59 AM