By: SHERIFF STEVE
OELRICH
Published in the Gainesville Sun
Over
the years, I have made decisions, not based upon
what is politically popular or partisan, but to do
what's right. Some may have disagreed with certain
decisions, but at least they know where I stood. I
will bring a unique, commonsense approach to the
issues that come forth in the Legislature.
The following are the common-sense principles I
commit to bring to the State Capitol as your next
State Senator:
Oppose each and every tax increase that comes
up for a vote.
Prosecute criminal predators who target
seniors and the youth.
Increase access to quality health care and
prescription drugs.
Move 65 percent of every taxpayer dollar spent
on education directly into the classroom.
We need more accountability in government, not
less. We need to eliminate duplicative,
unnecessary and inefficient government programs. I
see no reason why a citizen should spend hours
trying to get a simple answer or even try in vain
to have to reach the "correct" official in a state
government agency. The government works for us; we
do not work for them.
For the past 14 years, I have had the honor of
serving as your sheriff in Alachua County. I am
blessed and fortunate to be able to work with
heroes each and every day.
My campaign will be based on my core values and
the voters' needs and concerns. I believe all of
our elected officials should be leaders who are
honest and trustworthy. That's my bottom line.
Thanks for reading about my candidacy and our
campaign platform. Please call my headquarters to
talk about the issues or if you just want to talk
about the campaign.
Steve Oelrich is a Republican running for the
Florida Senate District 14 seat. His name will
appear on the Sept. 5 primary election ballot.
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