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Sheriff Quotes

On duty, law, and frontier legend

These sheriff quotes range from a candid refusal of local office to broader arguments against one nation policing the entire globe. For related commentary, visit the Phillip E Johnson quotes page.

I do not want to be sheriff of Hillsborough County, seriously.

Quotes by Pam Bondi

The United States can't be sheriff of the whole world.

Quotes by Dutch Ruppersberger

The Wild West attracts cowboys. A sheriff is a good thing.

Quotes by Cameron Winklevoss

Frequently Asked Questions

What roles do these sheriff quotes describe?
They describe local law enforcement duty as well as broader ideas about national responsibility on the world stage.
Is one of these quotes about declining local office?
Yes, one line is a direct refusal of a specific county sheriff position.
Do any quotes discuss foreign policy?
Yes, one line argues against a single country acting as police for the entire world.
Is the Wild West theme part of this collection?
Yes, one quote ties the sheriff figure to the lasting appeal of frontier stories.
Are there more quote pages about duty and law?
You can explore the Phillip E Johnson quotes page for related themes.

A lighter line ties the sheriff figure to the enduring appeal of frontier stories. Read more on the J K Simmons quotes page.