Politics & Government
Bacon, Flintstones and Beaches, Sheriff Says
An in-depth interview reveals Chris Nocco's stance on some rarely discussed issues.

So who is Chris Nocco when he’s not running the Pasco County Sheriff’s Office?
I pelted him with questions in a rapid-fire, minced-word interview to see where he stands on issues such as which is better, bacon or bacon? Here are his responses:
Favorite childhood memory?
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Playing sports with my dad as a coach and going to the beach with the entire family, everyone just hanging out together.
Favorite Book?
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Favorite way to unwind after a long day?
Other than spending time with the family, and playing in the backyard with the kids …”When it’s just Chris by himself, it’s working out.”
Flintstones or Jetsons?
Flintstones
Halloween or Christmas?
Christmas
Favorite candy?
Cashews
Beach or bowling?
Beach
Football or baseball?
Football
Dogs or cats?
Dogs
Rap or country?
Rock
Favorite color?
Blue
Bacon or, well, what could be better than bacon?
Turkey bacon
FSU or UF?
Even though I'm a Blue Hen and a Nole, I root for the Gators.
Dream car?
Ford F150 (he owns it)
Nocco faces Democrat Kim Bogart in the Nov. 6 election.
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