Coker endorsed for sheriff by former Libby police officer

To the Editor:

To vote - an important right guaranteed to each and every of-age American citizen.

This privilege should never be taken lightly. The election for sheriff of Lincoln County is quickly approaching.

Voting for a law enforcement official to lead a community means choosing a qualified person. The person chosen will assume the responsibility of making important decisions that directly affect the lives and safety of you and your children.

Clay Coker has a proven background in law enforcement, is of good moral character, knows the pulse of the community and is a strong leader. I feel Clay Coker possesses and surpasses the qualities required to hold office as the sheriff.

I have had the very fortunate opportunity to serve under Clay as a police officer in Libby, and the pleasure to be able to call him a friend. I can tell you from experience that Clay Coker is a person you want at the helm of a crisis. He possesses a calm, reasonable, educated and experienced decision-making ability.

In closing, I would like to ask you to take the time to vote. I'm sure you will come to the conclusion that Clay Coker deserves your vote.

Thank you for your time.

Brandon Littrell

Snohomish, Wash.