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Public comment at Ethics Commission meeting overwhelmingly urged dismissal or speedy resolution in sheriff’s case
Summary
More than two dozen members of the public spoke during the Ethics Commission’s special meeting, with many urging dismissal of charges against Sheriff Ross Mirkarimi, criticizing the mayor and media coverage, and calling for a swift resolution so the sheriff can return to duty.
Public comment filled the final portion of the San Francisco Ethics Commission’s special meeting, and the speakers who addressed the commission largely urged dismissal of the official‑misconduct charges against Sheriff Ross Mirkarimi or called for a rapid resolution.
Commission staff limited speakers to two minutes each and emphasized that public comment would not be treated as evidentiary material for the adjudication. Dozens of residents, clergy and community organizers took the podium. Common themes…
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