ATLANTA, GA, February 16, 2010 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Gwinnett County Sheriff Butch Conway today announced his endorsement for leading Republican Congressional candidate Liz Carter in the House District 4 race.
Conway said he supports Carter because of her long-standing commitment for promoting local law enforcement, enhancing public safety in general and bringing sustainable jobs back to the region.
"Liz Carter is fully aware of the daily challenges faced on the frontlines of keeping our homes and businesses safe," Conway said. "I know that she understands the ever-changing role of public safety personnel at all levels.
"I am confident that she will work harder than anyone as our next Representative to give us the support we need to better serve our communities," he added. "I am asking all of my fellow Gwinnett County voters, as well as all voters, living in her district to give their support to Liz Carter for Congress."
Carter expressed her appreciation for Conway's support. She also recognized Conway's standing as a professional who has earned statewide respect for his years of strong leadership.
"Sheriff Conway is a model representative of what law enforcement is all about - a commitment to excellence in serving and protecting all," Carter said. "I am also encouraged by his leadership in implementing the 287g program to expedite the deportation of criminal illegal aliens, which has been a real problem in our area.
"I have pledged my support to all of our local public safety personnel to be their loudest voice and their dependable advocate in Washington," she continued. "I am serious about supporting law enforcement and bringing an end to criminal behavior in all of our communities. Further, having real, sustainable job growth will help lower crime and create stronger families in the long run, Sheriff Conway understands that and I'm proud to have his support for our campaign."
Liz Carter is running for the US Congress in the 2010 election to represent the people in Congressional District 4 in Georgia. For more information, please visit http://www.lizcarterforcongress.com
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