SHOCK-POLITICIAN MIRKARIMI WILL SAY ANYTHING TO GET VOTES

SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Sheriff’s Captain Paul Miyamoto today urged voters to reject City Hall Politician Ross Mirkarimi’s campaign of using sensational ideas to earn headlines and votes.

Miyamoto was referring to Mirkarimi’s recent proposals to give special class status to ex-convicts in hiring and rental housing.

Miyamoto continued:

“As a 15 year veteran of the Sheriff’s Department under Mike Hennessey, I too want to continue San Francisco’s progressive focus on the education, treatment and rehabilitation of offenders. That means we offer them alternatives to hard time in order to help them return to society as productive individuals.

“What politician Ross Mirkarimi is proposing via legislation is not fair treatment but special treatment. If sincere, his ideas are unfair to hard working, law abiding residents of San Francisco and would needlessly coddle at risk individuals to whom we in the Department are trying to teach more responsible behavior.

Miyamoto also said that a similar proposal to Mirkarimi’s recent idea to reward businesses with a $10,000 tax credit to hire ex-offenders is already in place in appropriate targeted areas of the City under the Enterprise Zone program using Work Opportunity Tax Credit federal funds.

Targeted programs to give appropriate assistance to released offenders are already in place. These programs are focused, fair to all and require accountability from the ex-offenders. They are sound foundations for future.

“I simply believe that while simply creating a new protected class of ex-felons may make for great headlines, it makes for unfair advantages.

“I hope voters of all ideologies can understand this basic principle and I hope that on Election Day they find a better choice in me – a 15 year veteran of the Sheriff’s Department who has done the hard work beyond the headlines to make San Francisco safe.”

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THE GREAT SAN FRANCISCO SHERIFF DEBATE OF 2011

There have been many great debates in American History.

Lincoln vs. Douglas.

Kennedy vs. Nixon

Benson vs. Quayle

Obama vs. McCain

Now in San Francisco, we have politician Ross Mirkarimi debating HIMSELF.

In April, the former Green Party activist noted that San Francisco’s Police Chief ought to come from the department.

 Mirkarimi said, “He’s a cop’s cop.  I know that he’s well liked within the department.  He comes from within the department so he’ll waste no time in hitting the ground running, and that’s exactly I think what we need in San Francisco. Stability is extremely important in a Para-Military institution, like your local police department…  Bringing somebody who knows San Francisco like Chief Suhr, he knows the department, the department knows him after all these years that he has served.  I think this is exactly the right move at the right time.”

But Mirkarimi has changed his tune.

In the race for Sheriff, Mirkarimi now extols the virtues of an outsider without experience on the beat.  In a debate, Mirkarimi stated: “He [Sheriff Hennessey] was never a cop. This race is not about whom can out-cop whom. Any one of us has more peace officer experience than Sheriff Mike Hennessey.”

For the police department, Mirkarimi recommends someone who actually is in law enforcement, for the Sheriff’s race, Ross recommends…HIMSELF, a politician with no law enforcement experience on the streets.

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October 12, 2011

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OFFICERS FOR JUSTICE ENDORSES SHERIFF’S CAPTAIN PAUL MIYAMOTO

San Francisco, CA – The Paul Miyamoto for San Francisco Sheriff Campaign announced today the endorsement of Officers for Justice (OFJ).  Officers for Justice is an Association comprised of predominantly African American San Francisco Police Officers, which since 1971 has been a member of the National Black Police Association.

“As a career sheriff, Paul understands what it takes to lead an agency.  He knows what works for the Sheriff’s Department, and what doesn’t.”, said Julian Hill, President of OFJ.  “Sheriff’s Captain Miyamoto has worked side by side with the rank and file of the department and I know that he will enforce the same progressive principles that Sheriff Hennessey has employed over the past 30 years.”

Captain Miyamoto had this to say, “I am honored to have the endorsement of an organization that is not only respected by their peers, but in every neighborhood.  OFJ works hard every day to keep their ties to the community strong and I hope to build on that relationship and find ways the Sheriff’s Department can help to contribute to this effort.”

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Officers for Justice joins California law enforcement agencies such as the San Francisco Deputy Sheriffs’ Association, Peace Officers Research Association of California, the San Mateo and Alameda County DSA’s, the Northern Alliance of Law Enforcement, and the San Francisco Asian Peace Officer’s Association in supporting Captain Paul Miyamoto.  As a Captain in the San Francisco Sheriff’s Department, Paul has used his 15 years law enforcement experience to focus on keeping San Francisco resident’s safe and decreasing the recidivism rate by holding management roles in each of the six jails in the City and County of San Francisco.

Captain Miyamoto has run San Francisco’s toughest maximum security jail.  In addition, he has served as Commander of the Institutional Patrol Unit and Investigative Services Unit (Criminal and Internal Affairs) of the Sheriff’s Department and has served as Commander, Special Response Team. He was elected SFPD Police Academy Class President and has served as a Senior Deputy, Sergeant, Lieutenant and now Captain within the Sheriff’s Department.  He lives in San Francisco with his wife LeeAnn and their five children.  Miyamoto earned a BA in History at the University of California, Davis and attended Lowell High School in San Francisco.

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RETIRED SHERIFF’S CAPTAIN TOM REDMOND AND THE ALAMEDA COUNTY DSA ENDORSE MIYAMOTO

San Francisco, CA – Today Sheriff’s Captain Paul Miyamoto earned the endorsement of Retired Sheriff’s Captain Tom Redmond and The Deputy Sheriffs’ Association of Alameda County. Miyamoto, a third generation San Franciscan, is the only candidate running for Sheriff who actively serves as a law enforcement official.

Paul Miyamoto, a 15 year veteran of the San Francisco Sheriff’s Department, had this to say, “It is exciting to earn the endorsement of a very well respected member in the law enforcement community, as well as the endorsement of an organization that represents the women and men of one of the best Sheriff Departments in the state. These endorsements show that the people believe the Sheriff needs to be well versed in law enforcement, and not necessarily an expert in politics.”

Tom Redmond joined the Sheriff’s Department over forty years ago and worked his way up to the rank of Captain before retiring.  And much like Miyamoto he carries on a long family tradition of public service.

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The Alameda Sheriff’s Department often ranks at the top of many state wide competitions among other Sheriff Departments. The DSA of Alameda County represents more than 1,000 women and men who help the Department earn that standing every year. The DSA of Alameda joins the San Mateo DSA, PORAC, the Northern Alliance of Law Enforcement, and San Francisco DSA, MSA, and APOA in endorsing Miyamoto for San Francisco Sheriff.

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Captain Miyamoto has run San Francisco’s toughest maximum security jail.  In addition, he has served as Commander of the Institutional Patrol Unit and Investigative Services Unit (Criminal and Internal Affairs) of the Sheriff’s Department and has served as Commander, Special Response Team. He was elected SFPD Police Academy Class President and has served as a Senior Deputy, Sergeant, Lieutenant and now Captain within the Sheriff’s Department.  He lives in San Francisco with his wife LeeAnn and their five children.  Miyamoto earned a BA in History at the University of California, Davis and attended Lowell High School in San Francisco.

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October 3, 2011

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SHERIFF’S CAPTAIN MIYAMOTO ENDORSED BY SUPERVISOR MARK FARRELL

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San Francisco, CA - Sheriff’s Captain Paul Miyamoto, the only candidate for Sheriff with a 15 year record of law enforcement experience, has earned the endorsement of San Francisco Board of Supervisor Mark Farrell (District 2).
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“At this point and time Paul is exactly what the Sheriff’s Department needs. He is able to bridge the progressive ideals that he was steeped in with practical law enforcement know-how, free from politics. I trust his moral character and believe that his dedication to excellence will ensure that the deputies continue to promote community building and public safety for all of San Francisco.”
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Supervisor Farrell, elected in November 2010, represents District 2 which is comprised of neighborhoods such as the Presidio, Marina, Pacific Heights, Jordan Park, and Anza Vista. Supervisor Farrell joins his colleagues on the Board, Supervisor Sean Elsbernd (District 7), Supervisor Malia Cohen (District10), and Supervisor Carmen Chu (District 4) in supporting Captain Miyamoto for Sheriff.
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“As a District 2 resident it means a great deal to me to have earned Supervisor Farrell’s endorsement.” said Miyamoto.  “Mark knows that above all I am a law enforcement agent, dedicated to keeping San Francisco safe by building upon the successes of Sheriff Michael Hennessey.  I look forward to campaigning with Mark over the coming weeks and working with him in City Hall to apply common sense principles to solve fundamental problems facing San Franciscans.”
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Captain Miyamoto has served as Commander of the Institutional Patrol Unit and Investigative Services Unit (Criminal and Internal Affairs) of the Sheriff’s Department and has served as Commander, Special Response Team.  He was elected SFPD Police Academy Class President and has served as a Senior Deputy, Sergeant, Lieutenant and now Captain within the Sheriff’s Department.  He lives in San Francisco with his wife LeeAnn and their five children.  Miyamoto earned a BA in History at the University of California, Davis and attended Lowell High School in San Francisco. For additional information please visit www.miyamoto4sheriff.com.

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September 30, 2011

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September 30, 2011

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COMMUNITY ACTIVISTS PAUL TANAKA, MARLENE TRAN, JULIE SOO, AND MARIA ALEGRIA ENDORSE MIYAMOTO

San Francisco, CA – A broad coalition of individuals have endorsed Paul Miyamoto for San Francisco Sheriff. Undersheriff of the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department Paul Tanaka, Spokesperson for the Visitacion Valley Asian Alliance Marlene Tran, Vice President of the Commission on the Status of Women Julie Soo, and East Bay Community Leader Maria Alegria all support Paul Miyamoto as the next Sheriff of San Francisco.

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“Captain Miyamoto’s extensive work experience and overwhelming support from his colleagues in the Sheriff’s Department also deserve our vote,” stated Marlene Tran.

Paul Miyamoto had this to say, “It is a great honor and very exciting to have the support of such an eclectic group of people who are all respected leaders.  My plan as sheriff is to expand the outreach of the Department to communities to help deal with the new challenges facing San Francisco, as well as observe and learn from the efforts of those across the state.  I want the Department to be a positive force out in the neighborhoods, and I look forward to working with leaders like Marlene Tran and Julie Soo to improve public safety in San Francisco.”

Julie Soo serves as the Vice President of the Commission on the Status of Women, working to ensure the equality and safety of all women in San Francisco.  Furthermore, she is very much in tune with the Asian Pacific Islander community in San Francisco, and has been strong advocate for Miyamoto’s campaign.  Marlene Tran is the Spokesperson for the Visitacion Valley Asian Alliance as well as past candidate for District 10 Supervisor, where she has been advocating for equality in services for the residents of Visitacion Valley.  She believes Paul’s 15 year record of excellence in the Sheriff’s Department makes him the most qualified candidate for Sheriff. Maria Alegria is a Former President of the League of California Cities, and was the first Latina to serve in that position. Undersheriff Paul Tanaka is a 26 year veteran of the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department and Mayor of Gardena. Tanaka’s extensive background in law enforcement and politics makes him acutely perceptive in recognizing qualified candidates for Sheriff.

Captain Miyamoto has run San Francisco’s toughest maximum security jail.  In addition, he has served as Commander of the Institutional Patrol Unit and Investigative Services Unit (Criminal and Internal Affairs) of the Sheriff’s Department and has served as Commander, Special Response Team. He was elected SFPD Police Academy Class President and has served as a Senior Deputy, Sergeant, Lieutenant and now Captain within the Sheriff’s Department.  He lives in San Francisco with his wife Leann and their five children.  Miyamoto earned a BA in History at the University of California, Davis and attended Lowell High School in San Francisco.

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SAN FRANCISCO ASIAN PEACE OFFICERS’ ASSOCIATION AND CHINESE AMERICAN DEMOCRATIC CLUB ENDORSE MIYAMOTO

San Francisco – CA - The San Francisco Asian Peace Officers’ Association and Chinese American Democratic Club have both endorsed Paul Miyamoto for San Francisco Sheriff. These two groups further diversify Miyamoto’s already broad base of support.

“It is truly humbling to have the endorsement of both of these organizations”, said Miyamoto. “I am the son of a second generation Chinese American mother and third generation Japanese American father, and they have both instilled into me the importance of public service. I hope to make the Asian American community proud of our Sheriff’s Department.”

The Chinese American Democratic Club is the oldest Chinese American Political Club in the United States. For over 50 years the club has fought for the equal treatment of Chinese Americans in San Francisco, and to this day stands as a champion for Chinese American rights. Having this endorsement will bring more popular support for Miyamoto within the Chinese American Community, which composes a large part of the Asian population in San Francisco. The San Francisco Asian Peace Officers’ Association, the representative body of the Asian police officers in the San Francisco Police Department, promotes the professional development of Asian American police officers. They have been working to recruit, retain, and advance Asian Americans in the Police Department, and have been acting as a liaison between the criminal justice system and the Asian American Community.

Captain Miyamoto has run San Francisco’s toughest maximum security jail.  In addition, he has served as Commander of the Institutional Patrol Unit and Investigative Services Unit (Criminal and Internal Affairs) of the Sheriff’s Department and has served as Commander, Special Response Team. He was elected SFPD Police Academy Class President and has served as a Senior Deputy, Sergeant, Lieutenant and now Captain within the Sheriff’s Department.  He lives in San Francisco with his wife Leann and their five children.  Miyamoto earned a BA in History at the University of California, Davis and attended Lowell High School in San Francisco.

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September 6, 2011

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SAN FRANCISCO SUPERVISOR MALIA COHEN ENDORSES CAPTAIN MIYAMOTO

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San Francisco, CA – District 10 Supervisor Malia Cohen today endorsed Sheriff’s Captain Paul Miyamoto for San Francisco Sheriff.  Supervisor Cohen was elected to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors last November and is considered to be a voice for both progressive and moderate communities.

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“I admire Paul Miyamoto’s achievements within the department which led to consistent promotions over the course of his 15 year career.  I am supporting him because he has shown a strong commitment to making this City a better place for us all,” said Supervisor Cohen.

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Through Supervisor Cohen’s endorsement it is evident that Paul’s message of “experience, not politics” is desired not only by San Francisco residents, but the elected officials and organizations that represent them.  “I appreciate the endorsement of Supervisor Cohen.  I feel that the voters of San Francisco understand that this race is less about political ideology, and more about keeping our families and children safe,” said Miyamoto.

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Captain Miyamoto was promoted by Sheriff Hennessey four times, rising through the ranks from Deputy to Captain.  He commanded the City’s maximum security prison, keeping dangerous criminals behind bars and also worked in San Francisco’s jail high school to ensure that our youth who make mistakes get a legitimate second chance.  For more information on Captain Miyamoto’s 15-year career in law enforcement please visit www.miyamoto4sheriff.com.

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Captain Miyamoto has served as Commander of the Institutional Patrol Unit and Investigative Services Unit (Criminal and Internal Affairs) of the Sheriff’s Department and has served as Commander, Special Response Team.  He was elected SFPD Police Academy Class President and has served as a Senior Deputy, Sergeant, Lieutenant and now Captain within the Sheriff’s Department.  He lives in San Francisco with his wife Leann and their five children.  Miyamoto earned a BA in History at the University of California, Davis and attended Lowell High School in San Francisco.

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