This is part 1 in a series covering the Thursday night election debate. 

Two candidates for Sheriff met on Thursday evening to discuss why they felt they are the best candidate for Christian County Sheriff. Phil Deal, and Chief Deputy Jim Baker had their debate with Judge Ron Spears moderating.  Deal says he’s a policeman not a politician.

Baker says he has worked in many different capacities in law enforcement.

When it comes to collaborating with other police departments, Deal wants to see more collaboration and working together as a team for the betterment of the public.

Baker says strong collaboration is safe and wants to continue progress towards working with the Community Action Team. 

Baker says he is working on ways to increase safety at the jail. 

Deal says that even after renovations, the jail is still unsafe. 

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