In the recent execution of Harris County Deputy Sheriff Darren Goforth, Harris County Sheriff Ron Hickman linked that execution to the Black Lives Matter movement. I believe this is a prime example of polarizing rhetoric that is at the root of many of the challenges our communities face.
Sheriff Goforth was shot in the back of his head while filling his patrol car with gas. The death was horrendously shocking and sent a wave of fear and anger throughout Harris County and beyond. I grieve with the Goforth family. I attended Sheriff Goforth’s funeral to show my support for his work and for his family.