SHERIFF: 2nd request to meet

About a month ago, Inland Northwest Oath Keepers invited Sheriff Wheeler of Bonner County to appear at a town hall, billed as a “support your local sheriff” town hall. The question and answer period was respectful and informative, and Sheriff Wheeler took the opportunity to proclaim to his constituents that he will help protect the citizens of Bonner County from illegal intrusion from federal agencies like the IRS, ATF, DHS, etc. based on the state constitution.

A couple of weeks ago, the local chapter of Oath Keepers contacted Sheriff Wolfinger of Kootenai County to address another “support your local sheriff” town hall, scheduled in Kootenai County at his convenience. The purpose was to discuss the sheriff’s role and responsibility to his constituents. His response through his secretary was “the Sheriff is not interested.”

Sheriff Wolfinger — Kootenai County deserves a sheriff that will come out from behind his desk and field questions from his constituents. The people of Kootenai County have concerns with your position on a number of issues. We feel that scheduling a meeting to discuss with us these issues is your duty and responsibility.

Sheriff Wolfinger — the offer still stands. The local chapter of Oath Keepers will put together a town hall, at your convenience, anytime. You choose the venue, pick the date and time, and we’ll make it happen.

SCOTT WHITEHURST

Inland Northwest Oath Keepers

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