I am humbled and deeply grateful for the trust you all have placed in me once again. This re-election is not just a victory for me but for every single citizen of this county who believes in honesty, accountability, and strong community relationships. Thank you all for your support, your confidence, and your belief in the values that make Newton County a great place to call home.
This journey wasn’t easy, and we have faced challenges that have tested our resilience. But through it all, your support, prayers, and dedication kept me going. Together, we have shown that Newton County will always choose truth, integrity, and hard work over negativity and division. The number of votes we received in 2020 (30,141) versus the number of votes we received in 2024 (34,371) reflects this commitment. More citizens placed their trust in me and my proven leadership this year than in any other election I have been a part of to date. Thank you for not allowing yourselves to be distracted or deceived. I extend my gratitude to all voters who participated in the democratic process, and especially to those who chose truth.
Over the past months, you may have seen and heard comments aimed at undermining the values we’ve built at the Newton County Sheriff’s Office. The entire agency and its dedicated employees faced unfair criticism and outright untruths, and I know many of you felt the weight of these words. My mission from this day forward is to continue to renew, rebuild, and restore. To every member of the Office of the Sheriff and the law enforcement community as a whole: thank you for your resilience, your commitment to service, and your loyalty in the face of adversity. To everyone at the Office of the Sheriff: the honor and professionalism you displayed through challenging times have not gone unnoticed. I am proud of each of you, and I am honored to lead such a devoted team. Now, we forge onward, setting our sights even higher.
In the coming months, we will continue to enhance public safety, continue to build stronger community relationships, and continue to ensure transparency and accountability within the Office of the Sheriff. Together, we’ll show what Newton County is made of. We’ll prove that no amount of negativity can overshadow the heart, strength, and spirit of our community. We will continue to move forward with a commitment to transparency and excellence, driven by a promise to each of you that we will continue to uphold the highest standards.
Thank you, Newton County, for this privilege to serve. I will continue to be a person of the community and for the community.
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