Sheriff has earned chance for re-election

In politics, many times humbleness is not part of the strategy. As a result, hardworking and capable people often do not participate in our representative form of government, thus leaving us with very few options on the ballot. This is why I felt it necessary to highlight my choice for Kane County sheriff: Sheriff Don Kramer.

Although he has plenty of reasons to do so, Sheriff Kramer refuses to involve himself with negative campaigning. His philosophy has been and will continue to be to share his vision and the accomplishments of his team in a way that does not involve grandstanding or tearing down the opposition.

Since the day he was sworn in as sheriff, he has taken a methodical approach to solving the many issues within the Sheriff's Office. I can personally attest that the relations between our two offices has tremendously improved. Sheriff Kramer recognized the importance of calling the Coroner's Office promptly on criminal death cases, which has facilitated solid forensic evidence that has resulted in many criminal convictions. This was not the case prior to Sheriff Kramer's administration.

Sheriff Kramer is the most qualified to continue as Sheriff. He is the only Republican candidate that has both a bachelor's degree and a master's degree. He is the only candidate that has ever written a multimillion dollar budget for the Sheriff's Office. His budgets have been in the black for both of the years he has been sheriff.

I would hate to lose such a great collaborative partner in the Kane County Justice System. The irony of it all is that Sheriff Kramer and I were once opponents back in the 2010 sheriff's primary. How many other political opponents have endorsed or written recommendations for the other? Please join me by voting for Sheriff Kramer.

Rob Russell

South Elgin