Thank you for visiting my campaign site. As you may have noticed, the campaign site continues to hold onto the same proposals and information that I provided during my last campaign. You have to ask yourself, why would he keep that up, especially since he lost the election. Here is your answer.... transparency and consistency.
One thing I try to do is present an issue and a solution along with it. In keeping with that theme, I won't tell you something I don't believe in. Conversely, if I have changed my thinking on the subject, I encourage you all to ask me why. I believe that as human beings, we have the ability to evolve in our thinking, based on the influx of information we get on a continuous basis. I will endeavor hard to relate my thoughts to you in a logical and common-sense manner. If you have a better idea, please let me know, I am always looking for a better way to do something!
Conducting wholesale changes to what I believe is disingenuous at best. i believe it shows an improper motivation for putting my family and I through another campaign. I believe that I have the ability to move the Macon County Sheriff's Office forward. I promise you, when I tell you that integrity is important to me, you can take carve it in stone. It is not just a statement to garner vote, I mean it. I promise you will never disrespect or embarrass the great citizens of Macon County. Additionally, I believe it is incumbent to be responsive. I pledge to you I will be that, Sheriff. While Macon County has approximately thirty-seven thousand citizens, there is only one Sheriff. When you need something from me, either I or one of my staff will call you back withing one business day.
As your Sheriff, I understand the costs involved in both lives and tax dollars. I swear I will spend your money like it is coming out of my personal funds. I will seek the grants necessary to upgrade our agency rather than spend your heard earned tax dollars. I will work tirelessly to hold those who prey on our citizens accountable for their actions. I will work closely with the District Attorney to ensure all cases are prosecuted to their fullest degree. I will work with the Magistrates to ensure reasonable bonds are set based on the seriousness of the crime.
In closing, as I have been over the past several years, I am always accessible to questions. Let's not get bogged down in petty bickering or fighting, we have more important, local issues to deal with. If you don't agree with me, that is alright, as that is what makes our country great. We can agree to disagree and move on. If you want to contact me, I can be reached via email: rwcook15@gmail.com, cookforsheriff.com, Facebook messenger or calling/texting me direct at 828-371-4475. If you have a community gathering that I may be able to contribute to, let me know and we will set it up. If you just want to meet me privately, I can arrange that too. I am looking forward to being your next Sheriff.