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Text: Independent Lawrence "Larry" Burke for Putnam County Sheriff

Policing without politics

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About Me

Rooted in Service. Committed to Our Community

I was raised in the Bronx with my two older sisters in a Catholic, middle-class, working family. I graduated from Saint Raymonds Catholic High School, and even back then, I knew I wanted to become a New York City police officer. I had long admired the professionalism of the officers who patrolled my neighborhood, and I was determined to follow that path…

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Effective policing puts community first

Leadership Requires Humility

Trust is earned through accountability

Justice is Rooted in the Rule of Law

My Commitment

Fair Leadership

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I’m running as an independent because I believe public safety should never be influenced by party politics. My campaign is built on the message of “keeping politics out of policing” — a belief shaped by 39 years in law enforcement, including 26 years with the NYPD and 7 years as the Commanding Officer of Cold Spring, where I’ve worked closely with our community to deliver respectful, effective policing. I’ve always been a law-and-order cop — firm when needed, fair at all times, and committed to protecting the communities I serve.

Strategic Spending

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I also believe deeply in fiscal responsibility — using the budget efficiently, pursuing outside grants, and ensuring that every dollar we spend strengthens safety and support across the county

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