Sanford: Bonner’s performance as sheriff transcends partisan politics
Shelby County Sheriff Floyd Bonner Jr. speaks during a press conference on Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2021. (Mark Weber/The Daily Memphian file)
Otis Sanford
Otis Sanford is professor emeritus of Journalism and Strategic Media at the University of Memphis and political commentator for WATN-TV ABC24 News. Contact him at o.sanford@memphis.edu.
“In an ideal world, there should not be a Democratic or Republican way to enforce laws, ensure public safety, oversee our jails and juvenile detention facilities and hire capable deputies and support staff.”
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