Where Paducah candidates stand on public safety
4 sourced statements in 2 races. Every candidate in each race is listed, including those with nothing on record. Nobody is scored or ranked.
Sheriff
- Ryan Norman (Republican Party, incumbent)
Public safety: In announcing his reelection bid, Norman said his department had focused on improving services through updated equipment, enhanced technology, and improved training programs. (Marshall County Daily)
City Commissioners, City of Paducah (vote for up to four)
- Sandra Wilson
Police outreach: She encouraged continued efforts by the police department to recruit African American officers and said police should increase community outreach and build close relationships in neighborhoods. (The Paducah Sun)
- Robert "Buz" Smith
No public statement found in our sources.
- Raynarldo Henderson
Police relations: Henderson said he supports police building meaningful community relationships by getting out of their cars, learning their beats, residents and businesses, and nurturing relationships; he also said residents and police both have accountability in that relationship. Reported from the Oct. 15, 2026, candidate town hall. (The Paducah Sun)
- Dujuan Thomas
Police relations: Thomas advocated for officers to be active in the community and said more community events could help mend divisions between police and residents. Reported from the Oct. 15, 2026, candidate town hall. (The Paducah Sun)
- Gerald Watkins
No public statement found in our sources.