Maricopa County Attorney candidate Tim Nelson received several high-powered endorsements Thursday.
The Democrat received one particular endorsement from his former boss, Governor Janet Napolitano.
He also received support from former Attorney General Republican Grant Woods.
Woods said, "Tim Nelson is one of Arizona's finest lawyers. He is tough, but fair. He is aggressive, but he has excellent judgment. I have no doubt that Tim Nelson will be an outstanding County Attorney."
Former U.S. Attorney Paul Charlton also threw his support to Tim Nelson as well as current Attorney General Terry Goddard.
Five state County Attorneys also endorsed Nelson.
County Attorney Andrew Thomas also received endorsements from some of Arizona’s leading law enforcement associations.
The Fraternal Order of Police (FOP), the National Border Patrol Council, Sheriff Joe Arpaio and the Phoenix Law Enforcement Association (PLEA) have all announced their endorsement of Thomas.
“I’m very grateful for these endorsements from fellow leaders in the fight against crime,” Thomas said. “Law enforcement professionals know that as long as I’m county attorney, our office will continue to seek tough sentences for criminals and to fully enforce our immigration laws.”
Thomas added, “I’m gratified that leaders from across the political spectrum recognize my commitment to protecting our neighborhoods. We need to continue to build on the progress we’ve made in reducing both crime and illegal immigration.”
