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Gov. Mike DeWine calls Portage County sheriff's comments about Harris supporters 'very unfortunate'

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Days after making comments about supporters of Vice President Kamala Harris critics have described as hateful, Portage County Sheriff Bruce Zuchowski has finally spoken out, defending his actions and declaring them protected by his right to free speech. In his initial Facebook post over the weekend, Zuchowski called for people to "write down all the addresses of the people" displaying yard signs for Harris, the Democratic nominee for president. On Tuesday, he posted again, choosing to double down while at the same declaring he is "sworn to protect ALL citizens of my County," regardless of political preference. "Recently, I placed a post on my personal facebook page that may have been a little misinterpreted??" Zuchowski wrote. "I...as the elected sheriff, do have a first amendment right as do all citizens. If the citizens of Portage County want to elect an individual who has supported open borders (which I've personally visited Twice!) and …...more
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Gov. Mike DeWine calls Portage County sheriff's comments about Harris supporters 'very unfortunate'
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Sep 182024
Days after making comments about supporters of Vice President Kamala Harris critics have described as hateful, Portage County Sheriff Bruce Zuchowski has finally spoken out, defending his actions and declaring them protected by his right to free speech. In his initial Facebook post over the weekend, Zuchowski called for people to "write down all the addresses of the people" displaying yard signs for Harris, the Democratic nominee for president. On Tuesday, he posted again, choosing to double down while at the same declaring he is "sworn to protect ALL citizens of my County," regardless of political preference. "Recently, I placed a post on my personal facebook page that may have been a little misinterpreted??" Zuchowski wrote. "I...as the elected sheriff, do have a first amendment right as do all citizens. If the citizens of Portage County want to elect an individual who has supported open borders (which I've personally visited Twice!) and neglected to enforce the laws of our Country...then that is their prerogative." During an event Wednesday in Cleveland, we asked Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine about the situation. He called Zuchowski's comments "very unfortunate." "He has the right to go on social media and say what he wants to, but I think it's unfortunate. It's not helpful," DeWine said. "I think (if) the sheriff was focusing on law enforcement, that probably would be a better thing." DeWine also admitted there have been calls for him to remove Zuchowski from office, but he says he has no power to do so. He also believes the sheriff's comments don't constitute such an action. READ MORE: https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/loc... -- At 3News, we’re not here to tell you the news, we’re here to share the stories that you say matter most to you. Share your ideas, thoughts, concerns and engage in conversations about the communities in which we all call home. Follow 3News on Social: Facebook:   /      Twitter:   / wkyc     Instagram:   /      Visit our site: https://www.wkyc.com/ And be sure to download our app here: https://wkyc.com/app

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