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Sheriff Election Battle in Pierce County | Seattle News
Pierce County’s future leadership is in legal limbo as voters face a pivotal ballot battle: Charter Amendment 53 would strip the sheriff’s job of its elected status, handing appointment power to the County Executive—and forcing out current Sheriff Keith Swank before his term ends. Former officials are suing, arguing this move undermines democracy by centralizing control and bypassing recall mechanisms. Swank himself is fighting back with his own amendment to keep the sheriff elected, nonpartisan, and subject to term limits. Critics warn this could set a dangerous precedent, letting small…
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