Supports John Turner

Dear Editor, To see is to believe. After researching the candidates for the open Walla Walla County Sheriff's position, there is no doubt in my mind that John Turner is the right person for the job. Spend five minutes with John and it becomes very clear that he among any of the candidates has the best credentials and the ability to lead the department into the future.

From his work as a gang unit police officer, corporal, se­nior lead officer, law enforcement attorney, and most recently serving in Iraq investigating and going after terrorists, he will be a great asset to the citizens and families of our county.

He's the only candidate with a college degree. He holds a bachelors degree in public administration with an emphasis in criminal justice administration, a graduate certificate from the Delinquency Control Institute, and a doctorate law degree.

In 30 plus years of law enforcement here in Walla Walla, not once did either of his opponents put forth the effort to go to WWCC and get an AA in criminal justice, nor did they go over to WSU Tri-Cities and earn a degree in criminal justice to better serve our community. Length of service by itself is simply not a qualifier to be our sheriff. When one compares motivation, energy, and ac­complishments alone, John Turner is clearly the absolute best choice. If you disagree or have heard otherwise, I encourage you to meet John or attend one of his events. I have seen for myself the use of fear and untrue rumors to campaign against Turner, yet I know he can stand on his own merit and ac­complishments.

The citizens of Walla Walla County deserve better. Elect John Turner for Sheriff. We cannot let this op­portunity slip by.