WHITEHEAD: A man of honor

I’ve read several opinions about the candidates running for Kootenai County sheriff and I have to say that probably the best person running is Richard (Rick) Whitehead.

In the last year, I have gotten to know Rick quite well and I fully endorse him. As a retired military leader where my job was leading young men in war and peacetime, as well as being a former police investigator in Illinois, I believe I have developed a skill for evaluating human behavior.

When I was first introduced to Rick, I had not yet formed an opinion on him as a candidate. After many discussions with him, I have come to understand that he strongly believes in the U.S. Constitution and will follow it as sheriff. His background is peerless, with 40 years of law enforcement experience. I have also come to know Rick as an honest man and a man of honor. We will need a sheriff with integrity, honor and courage in these times.

Many folks in our community know me and what I stand for. So I say this with an open heart, if character, experience and fidelity is as important to you as it is with me, Rick Whitehead is the guy we need as our county sheriff.

ROBERT MARTIN

Coeur d’Alene