KCRW Reports
The race for Santa Barbara Sheriff: Eddie Hsueh
In Santa Barbara, one of the most competitive primary races is for County Sheriff. Incumbent Sheriff Bill Brown is facing off against two of his own lieutenants. This week, We’re sitting down with all the candidates.
By Jonathan Bastian • • 7m ListenIn Santa Barbara, one of the most competitive primary races is for County Sheriff. Incumbent Sheriff Bill Brown is facing off against two of his own lieutenants, Brian Olmstead and Eddie Hsueh, who want to shake up a department they say is understaffed and suffers from low morale. This week, We’re sitting down with all the candidates. Lieutenant Hsueh, the lone Democrat, has been with the department for 31 years, 26 of those as deputy.
