Paris, Tenn.–Henry County Interim Sheriff Damon Lowe has issued a statement on today’s County Republican caucus and why he has decided to run for County Sheriff as an Independent. Lowe earlier announced he is candidate for the position of County Sheriff, which will be on the November 3 ballot.
The sheriff’s position is on the ballot following the resignation of long-time Sheriff Monte Belew in August. Belew has accepted a position as UT Martin Director of Public Safety.
Lowe’s full statement:
“I was recently asked by the local Republican Party to seek nomination in the Republican caucus. I declined because I feel that as Sheriff of Henry County I want to be a Sheriff for everyone! I do not believe the Sheriff nor his office should have any political party affiliation. I do not want anyone to feel they can not talk to me or trust our office simply because they were on a different political ticket.
“I want to serve the people of Henry County for who they are and what they need, not because they have an R or a D beside their name.
“I feel that as running as an independent candidate each and every Henry Countian will have the opportunity to vote for who they feel can best fulfill the office of Sheriff regardless of political affiliation.”