Michigan's new far-left sheriff has set out in earnest to introduce policies to protect communities from “the effects of pollution and climate change,” according to an exclusive report. daily wire.
In November, Democratic Rep. Alicia Dyer bragged that she was the first female and “pansexual” sheriff in Washtenaw County, the western border of Wayne County, where Detroit is located. A month later, she took the oath of office, even though she would not begin her official duties until January 1st.
The new year has passed and Sheriff Dyer is ready to make her. campaign promise “Using the authority of the sheriff's office to protect the environment” has become a reality.
“Historically, the sheriff's office hasn't always been a strong advocate for this work, but there's no reason we can't be,” Dyer told Wire.
“When you look at the environment, corporate polluters, and the quality of life of residents, it really has a huge impact on well-being.”
Ideas Dyer considered include installing remote starters in police cars to save on gas, reducing the number of police cars on the road by sending officers in pairs, and reducing “air pollution.” This includes establishing an environmental crimes unit with a focus on oversight. , water pollution, hazardous waste management. ”
When the Wire pointed out that Washtenaw ranked 10th in crime among Michigan's 83 counties in 2021, Dyer spoke out about the supposed interconnectedness of businesses and the “mental health” of lawmakers. and health,” and responded with a salad with a few words about the environment.
“Everything is connected. Number one, I talked a lot about the mental health and wellness of officers. Officers can't do their jobs effectively if they're not taking care of themselves. “When you look at it and look at the corporate polluters, when you look at the quality of life of residents, it really has a huge impact on well-being,” she explained.
“Corporate crime is happening alongside environmental crime.”
Mr Dyer also argued that pairing up MPs could reduce car accidents and reduce stress. “The last thing I want is for a police officer to be out here deprived of sleep and drive around angrily with a gun. No one wants that,” she said.
Dyer acknowledged to Wire that staffing shortages remain an issue and “something we're definitely focused on.” However, her campaign website laments that “Currently, the Sheriff's Office is predominantly male, white, and unrepresentative of the LGBTQ+ population” and guarantees that “hiring practices are inclusive.” I promised.
Before joining the sheriff's office, Dyer, a self-described “consistent champion of progressive values,” worked as a therapist, social worker and for the Detroit Department of Civil Rights, Inclusion and Opportunity.
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