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Research the candidates and VOTE VOTE VOTE!!!!
Kurt Hoffman lied under oath and failed an official lie detector test:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PG4...ew?usp=sharing
Kurt Hoffman received:
- 45 corporate campaign checks from one address at 4054 Sawyer Rd.
.- 75 corporate campaign checks from five addresses.
.- Etc.
Two questions for you:
- Does corporate money represent your choice for the office elected sheriff of Sarasota County?
.- Is the office of sheriff for sale to the highest bidder?
Source: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dZL...ew?usp=sharing
The public demands three strong character-traits in an elected sheriff:
- Integrity: Trust must be earned, but it is easier to lose - forever.
.- Competence: A conceited attitude is no substitute for competence.
.- Humility: A true leader inspires subordinates by his actions towards them, but a bean counting manager is condescending to anyone who approaches him.
When integrity, competence or humility is missing, then a three-legged leadership-stool cannot stand.
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Candidate Kurt Hoffman:
- Has never worked as a beat cop.
- Has never owned nor operated a private business.
- Has never made money from a non-governmental job.
- Has a documented record of:
(a) Stealing from taxpayers (stole gas from CCSO and stole items from Charlotte Mosquito Control)
(b) Stealing from citizens (stole a boat from a citizen)
(c) Stealing from a private business (stole pornography from a retail outlet).- Then he failed a lie detector test when he was questioned about these things. He did not tell the truth until after he was caught lying.
Candidate Paul Fern:
- Has worked as a Sarasota County beat cop and recently retired with a pension.
- Has worked as a federal law enforcement officer.
- Has owned and operated successful businesses (plural).
- Has made money without using taxpayer dollars. Much like President Trump, Paul Fern has a successful track record with running profitable businesses, but he has no experience as a paid-politician. Who would you rather have in charge of your checkbook-of-tax dollars?
Facts speak louder than political promises.
Pic of Paul Fern (on left) & Kurt Hoffman (on right):Quote:
Originally Posted by “Carlos R. Munoz”
https://www.heraldtribune.com/storyi...W=960&maxH=960
Full story:
https://www.heraldtribune.com/news/2...n-covid-19-era
This is where the general public is misled. Either Kurt lied again or the reporter screwed up but it doesn't really matter. I read the article and the story reads, "Hoffman has worked for two Sarasota County sheriffs since 2005. He also worked as a Charlotte County Sheriff’s Deputy from 1989 to 1997, and a reserve officer while getting his law degree. He is an attorney and a former prosecutor." Well he never really worked as a deputy, just a reserve deputy. Big difference in my book. And isn't that when he stole gas for his personal vehicle from the Charlotte Sheriff's fuel depot? Beside he only got to wear his uniform to pad his retirement just like Electra did. Neither of those 2 were ever cops, just lawyers that got special dispensation.
While the candidate with integrity was reported as, "Fern started his law enforcement career as a corrections deputy for the Manatee County Sheriff’s office in 1995, and served in patrol as a Sarasota County deputy from 1997-2002. He left to become an air marshal with the Department of Homeland Security after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks." I had worked with Paul and he knows what it's like being in the trenches.
Hoffman then is quoted, “I’ll let my documented education and experience as a 30-year career law enforcement professional and assistant state attorney speak for itself,” he said. “Personal attacks are for people who have no real message.” 30 year career law enforcement professional? Give me a break. He was never a real cop and for that matter, I know people that were at the SAO when he was there and he was no good there either.
I'll be voting for Paul on the 18th as will my wife.
Source: FDLE records
Here is Kurt Hoffman's work history from the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office:
- Full-Time (5 years & 8 months)
Start Date: 10/9/1989
Separation: 6/29/1995
.- Auxiliary Part-Time (6 years & 10 months)
Start Date: 4/7/1989
Separation: 10/9/1989
Start Date: 5/10/1995
Separation: 1/30/1996
Start Date: 11/5/1997
Separation: 7/2/2003
Here is Kurt Hoffman's work history from Cooper City Police Department:
- Auxiliary Part-Time (4 months)
Start Date: 6/2/1997
Separation: 10/1/1997
Here is Kurt Hoffman's work history at the Sarasota Sheriff's Office:
- Full-Time (15 years)
Start Date: 3/14/2005
Separation: TBD
Here is what upsets Sarasota deputies:
Since 3/14/2005, Kurt Hoffman has never worked in law enforcement at the Sarasota Sheriff's Office. Instead, he was hired as a non-sworn (civilian) attorney, for the sole purpose of working in an office to advise the sheriff on legal matters. However, for pay purposes, Hoffman was sworn in on 3/14/2005, which essentially doubles his retirement pay. From that day until now, he has not done any police work. He has only:
- Worked in an office.
- Sat in a classroom.
- Qualified with a pistol at a range, to allow him to be classified as "high-risk."
For 15 years, Hoffman has worn a uniform, a badge and carried a gun for his office work. It upsets deputies that Hoffman has claimed 15 years of office work as high-risk police work. Therein lies the rub. It's about integrity. By swearing Hoffman in, he is now classified as a "high-risk" worker. It's a legal term that increases retirement benefits for "high-risk" workers in law enforcement and firefighting, where employees are required to:
- Work in "high-risk" situations.
- Work in the field.
- Work in all weather conditions.
- Work around the clock.
- Etc.
Hoffman may be able to fool the public when he wears the uniform, but he is unable to fool law enforcement officers.
Is Greg Martin's newspaper article a personal attack against Hoffman? Or is Martin's article demonstrative evidence of a lack of character on Hoffman's part? As as investigator, you must draw your own conclusions. Pointing out Hoffman's failed lie detector test is simply pointing out a fact, but it is not a personal attack. Hoffman is unable to provide an explanation for his lying. Otherwise, he would have done so.
Hoffman's failed polygraph:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PG4...ew?usp=sharing
Early voting dates for August 18 primary election:
- START: August 8 - Saturday
- END: August 16 - Sunday
- HOURS: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily
Early voting locations in Sarasota County:
- 2801 Newtown Boulevard, Sarasota (North Sarasota Library)
- 2001 Adams Lane, Sarasota (Terrace Building)
- 8201 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota (Sarasota Square Mall)
- 4000 Tamiami Trail S, Venice (RL Anderson Building)
- 13640 Tamiami Trail, North Port (Biscayne Plaza)
Source: https://www.sarasotavotes.com/content.aspx?id=128
Sarasota Sheriff candidates debated online:
https://www.yourobserver.com/article...-debate-online
I like Paul. I don't know him well but the few interactions that I have had with him both personally and professionally I found him to be very likable. Having said that, anyone who
honestly believes Paul is going to win this election is dwelling in pure fantasy. If Paul garners 25% of the vote, I would be shocked. And I'm being generous. Name recognition is everything. Sorry, Julia. Or Shawn. Who ever.
Many people firmly believe they know the outcome of the upcoming election. Maybe they do. People are resting their hopes and their careers on the upcoming election, but regardless of what we think we know, God's plans exceed the single upcoming election. Justice comes with God's perfect timing -- and not with what we think we know (Job 5:12-13). It all comes out in the wash, but the agitation cycle of the laundry machine will not stop churning until the end of the age. Enjoy the ride.
I not in the race but have been watching closely either is fine with me. The one thing that I have noticed is that the dems have sent in more VBM than the reps. Do you think that Kurt earned their vote? They had 53,000 VBMs out and have returned almost 40,000 (just the dems). The rep. have only returned about 13,000 so far and far less VBMs out. I am just curious where you get your numbers for Kurt being in the lead. Also when you compare their social media digitally (like actually do a comparison on facebook) Fern is far ahead in both number and interactions. I do not see it as a sweeping victory I actually think that it is any man's game at this point. Are you figuring in the Democrats?
Integrity cannot be purchased, nor
can it be sold to the highest bidder.
Caveat Emptor
Dems usually vote early. I spoke with someone from the Sarasota Democratic Party and let them know Paul Fern supports body cameras and Kurt Hoffman has fought against them for years. They were very interested in this as it is one of their biggest issues. They have no Dem in the race so body cameras may tip the scale and send votes to Paul Fern. I personally don’t think it should be a political fireball. Body cameras keep everyone safe. Protects citizens against rogue cops and protects cops and agencies against false allegations and lawsuits. Win-Win in my opinion.
As of today (8.9.20), anonymous posters at leoaffairs have announced who the voters have elected to be the next sheriff of Sarasota County, although this is only the 2nd day of voting (excluding mail-in ballots). The Supervisor of Elections has not released official information yet.
Here are some interesting age demographics for Sarasota County voters:
- 43% of those who vote are over 65 years of age (not internet savvy).
- 45% of those who vote are between 30-64 years of age (are internet savvy).
- 10% of those who vote are between 18-29 years of age (are internet savvy).
- 55% of voters are internet savvy.
Source: https://www.sarasotavotes.com/VRStats.aspx?Summaries=1
How will that impact the sheriffs election? No idea! But opinionated trend setters at leoaffairs have informed us how the voters will vote. Even a broken clock is right twice a day.
If Hoffman wins, then the above systemic pattern of immoral behavior(s) will continue inside the command staff of the Sarasota Sheriff's Office. Based on what is written here, Hoffman has a financial lock-down on over 100 GOP corporations that are politically controlled under the care of Eric Robinson, who directs the financial power of those corporations on behalf of a very small group of powerful people who control the local GOP.
Seriously Steve H. we all get it your supporting Fern but for real bro we are sick of hearing the same sh*t about Hoffman over and over again. If we all just agree to vote for Fern will you stop posting all your google drive links and just let us talk shit about funny things? Please?
We? You speak only for yourself. You do not represent us. If you want to represnet us, then run for office. In the meantime, you are not an elected representative of deputies, nor are you an elected representative of any sort. :rolleyes:
Steve Hall has never flunked a polygraph examination regarding integrity or lying or stealing, but Kurt Hoffman is unable to make the same claim-to-integrity. Go to the ballot box and cast your vote for whichever candidate you think is the most honest. :rolleyes:
I am sorry man I didn't mean to sound like I was speaking on behalf of all the deputies. When I said "We"I meant me and your mom. She is here making me a sandwich. Now go be a good little step son and play with your toy handcuff and plastic badge. #hoffman #realsheriff #ffern
If I post something on here I will use my name. I won’t hide like a sissy. Now go hit it with your purse son. Call me anytime. 9412322119 or just keep posting anonymous because your scared. I support Fern because he is honest. Quit being sooo scared and just say your name to me. What are you so scared of? Those ain’t my google drives but if you need any evidence of what a turd Hoffman is let me know. Steve Hall.
Why do you attack people who are offended at the fact that Kurt Hoffman got caught lying during an official law enforcement polygraph? Pointing out that Hoffman lied is not a "personal attack" on him. It's just a fact. People want more than anything else to have integrity restored to the Sarasota Sheriff's Office. That's what this is all about. Nothing more.
Amen Steve
You unregistered folks have got to get a grip. Hiding behind a pen name is just cowardly.