FORUM: Why I pulled out

I withdrew when it was brought to my attention videographers were being denied entry and the only recording was controlled by the host. Being a Republican candidate event, one would expect the Republican Party videographer would have access, yes? Sadly no! That is when I joined in the boycott. It was a First Amendment issue. I had little concern about the questions. However, with the hosts’ strong ties to a candidate and controlling the recording does make one suspicious of the motives.

I am very accessible and answer questions all day long. I encourage anyone and everyone to reach out through our website to set up a meeting. No questions are off limits.

As far as debates, there are several in the works, please stay tuned.

RICK WHITEHEAD

Candidate for Sheriff