DFS Herald Sheriff's poll. Who has your vote?

He has been out of town I believe. Do you know that he reads this site? I only did from time to time for the last couple of years and finally joined and started posting in November. I would imagine that him, as well as the other candidates will be doing a level of politicking in south Walton before it is over with.

South Walton is certainly a factor in any election, but elections can be won without winning those precincts, just ask Scott Brannon.

I would hope that he (Adkinson) and other candidates read posts on this site.

I have given some thought to my sometimes harsh criticism of Mr. Adkinson and in making every attempt to stay focused (ie. Preventing the re-election of Ralph Johnson), I will lay off a bit until all facts are gathered. I have read the posts on NWFL Daily and I do not wish to make any personal attacks, professional or political, that's different. With that said, I still expect to hear of Mr. Adkinson's professional qualifications and action plans for the department should he be elected.

(I still want someone to give me the low down on his first appointment to office. It still seems odd that this old #2 guy was passed up. Oh well, if no one else cares, I won't worry about it.)

Mind you, Dennis Wise presented a very detailed plan with in about one day of being asked to. Seems like he is, at the very least, prepared to speak for his candidacy. Another great example was the website that Bill Imfeld had running. Not only did he post his qualifications, he began a series of commentary on issues effecting us all. What that tells me is that he had planned his candidacy, thought ahead and not only that, he raised money (ie. support).

I like to see a candidate who is announcing/pre-filing, etc., to be prepared and show some forethought into this very time consuming and large undertaking they are looking forward to. That to me shows the potential of the candidate to be prepared for the real test, the actual job itself.

When someone has announced/pre-qualified, I would expect/hope that they would be prepared to speak to the public.

As for elections having been won without South precincts, that was then, this is now. Canidates will need the S. Walton Vote to win.

As for elections having been won without South precincts, that was then, this is now. Canidates will need the S. Walton Vote to win.

I do not know why I even reply, but for this to be the case, you had better get busy registering some people to vote and figure out how you are going to get them to turn out. Because as of right now, both statistically, historically, and numerically, (if these are even words) your information is incorrect.

I do not know why I even reply, but for this to be the case, you had better get busy registering some people to vote and figure out how you are going to get them to turn out. Because as of right now, both statistically, historically, and numerically, (if these are even words) your information is incorrect.

You reply because you love it. As for registering people to vote, they will. What is even better is that when the vote splits, it will be the DFS vote, not the S. Walton Vote, that will stand united.

right back at ya!

Politics is something that like alot of people, I have tried to deal with, without getting "caught" up in it.

That was then...this is now. For the first time in my life I have a yearning to scream...CHANGE IS A MUST, if Walton County wants to grow. Yes I agree with many others I have spoke to, the GOOD OLD BOY DAYS MUST COME TO AN END!

In comparison to the rest of the state ( not speaking about drugs and alcohol, yes, I know the present administration is at the top of the list in this catagory NOT!, there is more to life...like child abuse, domestic violence, unsolved theft...some huge, etc...) we suck in upholding the law in this county! The Good ole' Boys seem to have a handle on it...NOT!

Good luck to anyone who is about change...we need it!

Politics is something that like alot of people, I have tried to deal with, without getting "caught" up in it.

That was then...this is now. For the first time in my life I have a yearning to scream...CHANGE IS A MUST, if Walton County wants to grow. Yes I agree with many others I have spoke to, the GOOD OLD BOY DAYS MUST COME TO AN END!

In comparison to the rest of the state ( not speaking about drugs and alcohol, yes, I know the present administration is at the top of the list in this catagory NOT!, there is more to life...like child abuse, domestic violence, unsolved theft...some huge, etc...) we suck in upholding the law in this county! The Good ole' Boys seem to have a handle on it...NOT!

Good luck to anyone who is about change...we need it!

Oh how refreshing to see it is not just a cup o tea away. The south will decide the vote for '08. Many of us have decided to become vocal this go 'round. DFS be sure those you support are those you TRUST. Those are two very different words, be warned...

The South rose last time. Party-line Republican MIRAMAR BEACH coupled with the absentee vote is what kept RJ in office in 2004. I don't know why people keep forgetting this.

The South rose last time. Party-line Republican MIRAMAR BEACH coupled with the absentee vote is what kept RJ in office in 2004. I don't know why people keep forgetting this.

And they pretty much did the same thing last time. So ShallowsNole, can you put your finger on anything that has caused a major shift in the thinking of the area? I know I stay pretty involved with the politics down there more than any other place in the county and I can not think of a thing that has caused this major change.

And they pretty much did the same thing last time. So ShallowsNole, can you put your finger on anything that has caused a major shift in the thinking of the area? I know I stay pretty involved with the politics down there more than any other place in the county and I can not think of a thing that has caused this major change.

I'm not sure there actually is a major change. From this forum, there appears to be...but I've been fooled before.

If you know anything different, you are welcome to talk with me privately. ;-)

dont count sunday out yet. He has the connections from his fathers haydays in politics. And politics is all it would be. he has no room in his career for anyone other than himself. He took off from sitting on johnsons right hand to distance himself from the stink. he has the same bad temper, why do you think they call him "banty rooster"? voting for him would just mean more of the same with an alcohol chaser. The fat lady has not yet sung. theres gonna be more to come. perhaps even glidewell? That would be a real sideshow!

dont count sunday out yet. He has the connections from his fathers haydays in politics. And politics is all it would be. he has no room in his career for anyone other than himself. He took off from sitting on johnsons right hand to distance himself from the stink. he has the same bad temper, why do you think they call him "banty rooster"? voting for him would just mean more of the same with an alcohol chaser. The fat lady has not yet sung. theres gonna be more to come. perhaps even glidewell? That would be a real sideshow!

If all of those guys from Walton County Corrections were able to take off and run, I believe the taxpayers would start questioning the reason that they were hired in the first place. Sometimes the back edge of that sword is more dangerous.

If all of those guys from Walton County Corrections were able to take off and run, I believe the taxpayers would start questioning the reason that they were hired in the first place. Sometimes the back edge of that sword is more dangerous.

Wouldn't this same logic apply to the city marshall? Unless he plans on resigning to run, wouldn't you agree his duties as chief be neglected if he ran? Or maybe you're telling us that someone else is running things at the police dept. and he is a figurehead. How's that for the back edge of your sword?
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Wouldn't this same logic apply to the city marshall? Unless he plans on resigning to run, wouldn't you agree his duties as chief be neglected if he ran? Or maybe you're telling us that someone else is running things at the police dept. and he is a figurehead. How's that for the back edge of your sword?
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Let me see here. You named the two top administrators of which I think there are two. I see your two apples and raise you an orange.

dont count sunday out yet. He has the connections from his fathers haydays in politics. And politics is all it would be. he has no room in his career for anyone other than himself. He took off from sitting on johnsons right hand to distance himself from the stink. he has the same bad temper, why do you think they call him "banty rooster"? voting for him would just mean more of the same with an alcohol chaser. The fat lady has not yet sung. theres gonna be more to come. perhaps even glidewell? That would be a real sideshow!

Can you give details about what you say? These are things that should be discussed because he (sunday) works for the people and we should know. What other candidates are you thinking about? Why would any of them start a "sideshow?" Especially glidewell, he works for us too. Please explain what you mean.

Let me see here. You named the two top administrators of which I think there are two. I see your two apples and raise you an orange.

Then you agree that sunday can run? That was the one that was being discussed. You do have a point if both of them are being talked about. Why can't we find a person who is not a good ole boy, has no connections to anyone in the past and is qualified? Does anyone know a man/woman that fits the bill and will run for sheriff?

Then you agree that sunday can run? That was the one that was being discussed. You do have a point if both of them are being talked about. Why can't we find a person who is not a good ole boy, has no connections to anyone in the past and is qualified? Does anyone know a man/woman that fits the bill and will run for sheriff?

There may be one you like yet. The rumor mill still has
Sunday
Sconiers
Griffith
Bell
to show their hand.

There may be one you like yet. The rumor mill still has
Sunday
Sconiers
Griffith
Bell
to show their hand.

Anyone else? Freeport talk is that Tony Corman will run. What do you think about him, from what I hear he is a fine man and very experienced.;-)

Anyone else? Freeport talk is that Tony Corman will run. What do you think about him, from what I hear he is a fine man and very experienced.;-)

I had forgotten about Tony. I only heard him mentioned once. Sure going to be an interesting race. I guess no one really learned anything from the last election.

I had forgotten about Tony. I only heard him mentioned once. Sure going to be an interesting race. I guess no one really learned anything from the last election.

Do you know him? I heard he works for the state but was a deputy a long time ago. He apparently is from Freeport or has relatives there.

Do you know him? I heard he works for the state but was a deputy a long time ago. He apparently is from Freeport or has relatives there.

Yes he is a friend of a friend. A beverage agent covering the area. I remember when he was a deputy, but had no reason to follow his career.

There may be one you like yet. The rumor mill still has
Sunday
Sconiers
Griffith
Bell
to show their hand.

Griffiths is a trooper, sconiers is a deputy and sunday is at the jail, but WHO IS BELL?

Griffiths is a trooper, sconiers is a deputy and sunday is at the jail, but WHO IS BELL?

Retired marine patrol, ran last time or the time before.

Looked at those polls just now and they all include people who have not yet entered the race. Mike Adkinson? Josh Sconiers? So do we consider these polls accurate at all???

Just remember all of AOL's pre-primary polls showed Ron Paul sweeping every state! LOL! These are not good samplings nor scientific, but for entertainment.

Just remember all of AOL's pre-primary polls showed Ron Paul sweeping every state! LOL! These are not good samplings nor scientific, but for entertainment.

Adkinson is in the race officially.www.votewaltoncounty.com to get the latest list.

Anyone else? Freeport talk is that Tony Corman will run. What do you think about him, from what I hear he is a fine man and very experienced.;-)

He is. Known and well-respected all over NW Florida.

Sure going to be an interesting race. I guess no one really learned anything from the last election.

You are correct in your statement. When are people (candidates included) going to realize that the more candidates who enter, the greater chance we have to get stuck with Ralph Johnson, AGAIN !!!!

Wake me when the bad dream is over.