Law Enforcement

I was honored today to spend a few hours with local law enforcement from around the region while they were qualifying in firearms. While talking with them, I heard a lot about the stress they are put under while on the job. I respect and admire the men and women who dedicate themselves to serving in law enforcement to keep the rest of us safe in our homes. For the job they do, the men and women of the law enforcement are not nearly paid enough. The serve everyday in an occupation similar to those that serve in the military, not knowing if they will be killed or wounded while on duty…and sometimes while they are off-duty. They also witness such crimes that those of us not in law enforcement cannot begin to imagine. If I am elected to represent the people of District 80, I will work with state and local officials to raise the pay of law enforcement officers, who have earned it time and time again. I would also fight to give more money to the police departments of District 80 for better equipment to help them combat crime and keep them safe. One such crime that is rampant throughout our district is that of drug crimes. The state needs to supply law enforcement agencies across the state with adequate resources to stop the spread of drugs in our communities. I am willing to work closely with both sides to find a plan that will halt the spread of drugs that endanger the lives of everyone, from the youngest child to the oldest senior. If elected as your next State Representative I will work hard for the law enforcement of District 80 so that they may continue to protect the citizens of this district and keep us all safe.