Everyone who knows me knows that besides Northeast El Paso, the sheriff’s department and who we have as a leader is important to me because I want our deputies to be safe, and we want the corruption to end! My opinion is unpopular, but the other candidate can’t hold a candle to Minerva regarding experience, honesty, and diplomacy. She does not have a negative agenda.
My vote is actually for Sgt. James Brown. She will provide the leadership necessary to ensure we won’t lose our service members to ignorance. Our law enforcement community deserves better, and change is needed in the sheriff’s department. Don’t let the party affiliation fool you; Minerva Torres Shelton is the experienced leader El Paso needs to revitalize the Sheriff’s Department. She has over 25 years of law enforcement training and experience, including a distinguished tenure with the FBI and serving our country in the Army in military intelligence.
Her expertise and vision make her the ONLY candidate on the ballot to address systemic issues that plague the county law enforcement division. Minerva began her law enforcement career as a patrol officer with the EPPD, where she enhanced her experience in community policing and public safety. She started her career with the FBI, as with many, after September 11, 2001. In this role, she led critical investigations into violent crimes, human trafficking, and counterterrorism.
As a Supervisory Special Agent, her experience with the Joint Terrorism Task Force and her work on human trafficking initiatives demonstrate her commitment to protecting vulnerable populations. Transparency and accountability, which are essential in the role of the sheriff to end corruption, is where her approach is focused on restoring trust in the Sheriff’s Department.
Who we elect is crucial to the safety of our deputies and the department’s operations. She has a plethora of strategies to enhance public safety while prioritizing mental health support within our jails.
Minerva Torres Shelton is not just another candidate; she is the ONLY candidate who has demonstrated passion for advocacy for fair justice. Neither a consensus nor a survey is needed to understand that we’ll risk further mistrust and mishandling if we don’t transfer leadership to a more experienced candidate. Her aim is to create a Sheriff’s Department that reflects the values of El Paso—integrity, service, and community engagement.
Hands down, she is unmatched when it comes to experience, integrity, and commitment. How do you throw safety out the window? By voting for the least experienced person.
Monica Tucker
- Founder, Black El Paso Voice/The Black Roundtable
- Community Activist, Advocate, Volunteer
- Mother, Grandmother
- Businesswoman
- Military Spouse – 34+ years
- El Pasoan – 28+ years
- Positivity Promoter – Since birth
Monica is the founder and publisher of Black El Paso Voice. She is an advocate fighting against racism and embracing positive community involvement. She is a lover of God, Puerto Rican cuisine, and the greatest defender of her family. She also enjoy House Music and swears it’s the best music on the planet!