Rick Jackson on Crime

Can't decide to take up criminals over victims and police

BOTTOMS: Mental illness is an epidemic throughout this country. We have to make sure that people are aware of the services that are available to treat those who are experiencing mental health challenges such as our 988 system that's not widely publicized in this state. Committing a nonviolent crime, we want to make sure that they are routed to the appropriate services so it's not a revolving door.

JACKSON: Mental health is a huge problem in our jails. I'm going to build more mental health beds so we can address that. but let me give you my view. There is absolutely nothing, nothing, that's a higher priority and important more than a governor keeping you safe. You cannot decide to take up for criminals over victims and police and keep people safe. It is disqualifying you as being governor. And I will never, ever, abandon you by pulling out police when you need the protection the most.

Ban revolving-door justice, reject soft-on-crime policies

Rick Jackson grew up in places where law enforcement was the difference between safety and chaos, and where law enforcement was treated with respect. He knows if you listen to and respect the police, you won't get hurt. He will always stand with those who protect our communities. As Governor, Rick will:
• Fully support law enforcement with resources, training, and respect
• Ban revolving-door justice
• Reject soft-on-crime policies