The Rick Jackson for Georgia Campaign recently announced that over 100 local Sheriffs have endorsed Rick Jackson for Governor. This announcement comes one week after the Republican candidate received endorsements from Democratic Sheriffs in Lowndes and Dooly Counties.
What does this mean for the Jackson Campaign? Jackson is currently positioning himself as the “law and order” candidate and frequently criticizes the policies Keisha Lance Bottoms enacted while serving as Mayor of Atlanta.
This many endorsements from Sheriffs across the state only reinforces that idea. With so many figures placing their trust in Jackson, voters will have little reason to doubt his commitment to law enforcement.
What key figures had to say:
- Rick Jackson: “I’m deeply honored to earn the support of more than 100 sheriffs across Georgia, and I will never take their trust for granted. I grew up in Atlanta’s public housing, where we understood that safe neighborhoods depend on citizens and law enforcement standing together. As governor, I will always have the backs of law enforcement. I will give sheriffs the resources, personnel, and support they need, holding dangerous criminals accountable, and making state government a true partner in protecting every Georgia community.”
- Forsyth County Sheriff Ron Freeman: “I trust Rick Jackson because he understands what it takes to protect our communities. Those of us in law enforcement leadership have seen firsthand what happens when leaders don’t support law enforcement, cities burn, and criminals get emboldened. I trust Rick to make the tough decisions and make sure law enforcement has the support and resources we need to do our jobs. Rick is someone I’m proud to call a friend and someone I look forward to working with to keep Georgia safe.”
- Bulloch County Sheriff Noel Brown: “I know firsthand the challenges law enforcement faces in keeping our communities safe. Rick Jackson understands those challenges and will be a governor who listens to sheriffs, stands with law enforcement, and makes sure we have the resources we need to do our jobs. I’m proud to support Rick Jackson for Governor.”
Further Context: A full list of the endorsements can be seen below:
