Democrats Lakesha Burton, Wayne Clark, Tony Cummings and Ken Jefferson, and Republican T.K. Waters are each hoping to fulfill the remainder of Jacksonville Sheriff Mike Williams’ term.
To do that, one of them will have to get 50% of the vote, plus one, once the votes are counted Tuesday. If that doesn’t happen, the two candidates who receive the most votes will advance to a runoff election in November.
Regardless of who fills the job for the rest of Williams’ term, the March 2023 election will decide who becomes sheriff for the next four years. News4JAX hosted the only televised debate between all five candidates two weeks ago. News4JAX Insider questions included the candidates’ plan for improving transparency, balancing the budget, race relations, and tackling violent crime.Lakesha Burton
“We have to address our crime problem from a different approach. That approach is a comprehensive approach. Our focus should be on education, prevention and enforcement.
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