Sheriff Joe Endorses Nightingale for CA Governor

Sheriff Joe Arpaio, "America's Toughest Sheriff", has officially endorsed conservative Chelene Nightingale for governor of California.

The world's most famous sheriff is no stranger to controversy, and the fearless Arizona law enforcement official has named California governor candidate Chelene Nightingale as his favorite in the California governor's race.

While rumors and claims of a Sheriff Joe endorsement of Nightingale have been swirling around for the past month, the endorsement is now official through a statement made to Californiality.

"Chelene Nightingale is, absolutely, the best choice of anybody running for governor in California.  Arizonans know her as a popular Tea Party speaker on illegal immigration, and many in our state would love for her to run for governor here in Arizona.  Chelene's years of work as an activist have prepared her for a larger leadership role," stated Sheriff Arpaio.

Arpaio continued, "Chelene is very pro-military, pro-veteran, and pro-law enforcement.  I like that.  She's a tough lady who you wouldn't want to mess with.  Her aggressive plan to stop the illegal invasion of California is the best plan of anyone running for governor.  She will be a great governor."

Nightingale has been invited to speak at several Tea Party rallies and immigration events in Arizona due to her reputation as a tough immigration reformer.  Sheriff Joe Arpaio was in the audience and liked what he heard.

Chelene Nightingale expressed her feelings about the Sheriff Joe Arpaio endorsement:

"I can't fully express what a tremendous honor it is for someone of his stature to endorse my campaign.  Sheriff Joe is a leader who has never backed down, and he never will.  He truly is an inspiration.  I will honor his endorsement as he has greatly honored me.  I am deeply moved by Sheriff Arpaio's confidence in me," said Chelene Nightingale.