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NewsOK: Oklahoma County sheriff: Early childhood education helps to fight crime

Oklahoma County's sheriff argues that high-quality early learning is a crime prevention strategy and explains why law enforcement should support it.

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By John Whetsel

I began my law enforcement career in 1967. I served 24 years with the Choctaw Police Department before being elected sheriff 19 years ago. I’ve dedicated my life to making Oklahoma County a safe place to live. Now I find myself continuing these efforts through a different approach — advocating for high-quality early learning opportunities for our children.

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    Sheriff, Oklahoma County

    John Whetsel was the sheriff of Oklahoma County, Oklahoma. edCircuit republished the op-ed from NewsOK in 2015.

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