Press Release
Sheriff Candidate John Hemmerling Endorsed by The Republican Party of San Diego County
The Republican Party of San Diego County has endorsed chief criminal prosecutor John Hemmerling for County Sheriff.
Hemmerling’s career spans 28 years of dedicated service to the City of San Diego and 30 years of faithful military service. He has patrolled the streets, fought to protect our laws, and put his own life on the line to lead courageously in battle.
Hemmerling served nine years as a San Diego Police Officer, patrolling Mid-City, the toughest crime area in the city. Hemmerling is also a retired Marine Corps Reserve Colonel. As a Marine artillery officer and forward observer during the Gulf War in 1990, Hemmerling served directly under legendary Gen. James “Mad Dog” Mattis. During the Iraq War in 2005, then-Lt. Col. Hemmerling commanded an 800 Marine battalion responsible for escorting hundreds of convoys through combat zones, and oversaw four jail compounds.
For the past six years, Hemmerling has headed the Criminal and Community Justice Divisions in the San Diego City Attorney’s Office, led 75 lawyers and 125 support staff, and prosecuted more than 18,000 misdemeanor criminal cases a year. He also served as the top legal advisor to two former San Diego Police Chiefs.
“As Sheriff, John Hemmerling will provide the strong leadership, law enforcement experience, and accountability that San Diego needs,” said Paula Whitsell, Chairwoman of the Republican Party of San Diego County. “Whether as a combat Marine, a tough street cop, or chief criminal prosecutor, Republican John Hemmerling will be a tough, law and order Sheriff that voters can trust and take pride in.”
As Sheriff, Hemmerling will be tough on crime and a leader in criminal justice reform. He will restore confidence and competence in the department and institute needed reforms in the jails starting on day one. He is committed to reducing violence in our communities and putting victims and public safety first. In short, John Hemmerling is just what we need for our new Sheriff: A tough, smart, dedicated crime fighter!
Key Endorsements – John Hemmerling for Sheriff
Kevin Faulconer, former Mayor of San Diego
Chris Cate, San Diego City Councilman
Richard Bailey, Mayor of Coronado
John Minto, Mayor of Santee
Bill Wells, Mayor of El Cajon
Jan Goldsmith, former San Diego City Attorney
Shelley Zimmerman, San Diego Chief of Police (Retired)
For more info, go to www.johnhemmerlingforsheriff.com/
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No mention of firearms rights and individual liberty. We aren’t falling for this.
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