Kitsap sheriff's race pits experience vs. academic and leadership credentials
The race for Kitsap County sheriff offers voters a stark contrast, with one candidate emphasizing his three decades in the office and the other emphasizing his academic and leadership credentials despite having no experience as a law enforcement officer.
John Gese, 61, of South Kitsap, running as a Democrat, was appointed from undersheriff to sheriff a year ago by county commissioners after former Sheriff Gary Simpson retired midterm.
“I'm in a unique position in my career, and with my experience and background I could really help lead this agency,” Gese said. “And we're going through a generational change right now.”
Rick Kuss, 44, of Central Kitsap, running as a Republican, retired from the Navy in April after serving 24 years and rising to the rank of lieutenant commander.
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