""I am a Constitutional Sheriff. The people of Menominee County elected me to protect them and I will not allow our citizens to be disarmed by the government. I am responsible for the safety of the people and I will not tolerate federal interference in the matters of the state. My deputies and I will not allow the unconstitutional confiscation of guns from law abiding citizens of Menominee County, nor will I allow Federal or State Officers to disarm law abiding citizens in my jurisdiction. I have taken an oath as a former military officer, as Sheriff, and I will keep it, so help me God." "