Politics & Government
Sheriff's Race: Candidates Weigh in on Spending
This week, each of the four candidates for Pinellas County sheriff took the Patch Podium to explain what he would do if budget restraints were lifted. Follow along each week as we get ready for the sheriff candidates' debate July 17.

Welcome to the Patch Podium, where we are asking the Pinellas County sheriff candidates questions important to you, the voters.
We hope this weekly Q&A will help you get to know your candidates so you can feel confident in your choice come ballot time.
This week, we asked: If budget were not an issue, how would you improve the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office?
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Click on each candidate's name to read his response:
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We'll keep this podium going until the at the Unitarian Universalists of Clearwater on July 17 (sponsored by Patch, the and Bay News 9.)
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