I just want to say, we all did a great job throughout this campaign, and we should be very proud. The sheriff did an amazing job handling the hectic schedule we put in front of him and he did it with grace, poise and a professionalism that proved to me beyond a shadow of a doubt that he is a true man of character.
Trust me – as the event coordinator, the man handled a work load that would have stunned a team of oxen in its tracks. We need to give him all the credit he deserves. Rodney Mitchell and his wife Becky are amazing, and an amazing team.
It has been an honor to work on this campaign. With all the slings and fiery arrows that came our way, I believe we were committed, because of the sheriff's example, to taking the higher ground. Regardless of the disappointing outcome, I know we can be proud of what we accomplished: standing for what is right and good in our county.
It has been an absolute blessing to get to know the people in my community and know that there really are those who are willing and unafraid to stand up for what they believe in, come what may. It was a surprise to me that I would have a chance to gain lifelong friends from this experience, which I have,
and for that ... I will be forever grateful.
And all I thought I was going to be doing was hanging signs!
It has been a challenge, but thank you for allowing me to be of service,
Mary-Grace McMahon lives in Middletown, Calif.
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