Mike Christian Files for Oklahoma County Sheriff
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 27, 2017
Mike Christian Files for Oklahoma County Sheriff
Citing a desperate need for new leadership and critical reforms, Mike Christian filed this morning as a Republican candidate for Sheriff of Oklahoma County.
“It’s time for some new leadership in the Oklahoma County Sheriff’s office,” said Christian. “Our jail has structural problems, but just as concerning are the administrative problems. Our tax dollars are wasted on items that have no business in a county sheriff’s office. We need to fix our jail without raising taxes, and we need to reform the way our sheriff’s office does business.”
Christian’s filing comes on the heels of raising over $75,000 in the week since a special election was called to replace the outgoing sheriff. Christian also announced the support of several respected Oklahoma leaders, including law enforcement legend Bob Ricks, who is serving as chairman of Christian’s campaign.
“I have been overwhelmed with support, from big donors to grassroots activists, and from many law enforcement leaders,” said Christian. “One of my proudest moments of this campaign was when Chief Bob Ricks agreed to serve as my honorary chairman. Anyone who knows anything about Chief Ricks knows he stands for honor and integrity, and won’t settle for anything less.”
Chief Ricks said he was drawn to Christian’s law enforcement experience and leadership qualities.
“I’ve been blessed with a long and rewarding career in law enforcement,” said Ricks. “Over many decades, I learned how important it is for law enforcement agencies to have strong and competent leadership. Mike Christian is a solid leader with decades of law enforcement experience who will bring needed reforms to the Sheriff’s office. Mike has worked for me as a State Trooper, where I saw his character, his work ethic, and his commitment to public service. I am thrilled to be supporting his efforts to earn the trust of voters as the next Sheriff of Oklahoma County.”
Christian said he looks forward to discussing important issues facing the sheriff’s office with voters throughout the county.
“The jail is of course the number one thing on people’s mind when it comes to the sheriff’s office,” said Christian. “I look forward to telling voters more about my plan to fix the jail without raising their taxes. And I look forward to outlining the key reforms I will pursue if elected.”
The special primary election is set for April 4.
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