1. United States
2. Letter

Based on the voter concern about Gonzales' qualifications for public office, and substituting "state representative" for "sheriff" as requested: The context provided raises several significant concerns about Gonzales' qualifications and suitability for the state representative position. The controversial shooting incident involving Michael Bell Jr., for which Gonzales has faced ongoing criticism, calls into question his judgement and ability to serve impartially. Furthermore, the graphic memoir he published depicting the shooting in an allegedly cavalier manner suggests a concerning lack of empathy. Additionally, Gonzales' recent retirement raises ethical questions about his motivations for running, as it would allow him to collect both a pension and the state representative's salary, which some may view as exploiting taxpayer funds. His apparent lack of endorsements from law enforcement officials and organizations is also noteworthy. While Gonzales has 25 years of experience in law enforcement, the accumulated issues highlighted here cast substantial doubt on his preparedness to serve as a state representative effectively and impartially. Based on the context provided, it does not appear he possesses the qualifications and judgment necessary for such an influential public office at this time. I would urge you to thoroughly scrutinize his background and the concerns raised before considering him for your vote.