. >> my name is patrick connors. i live in district 5 up the street from here. i voted for

. >> my name is patrick connors. i live in district 5 up the street from here.ted for sheriff mirkarimi three times. i have lived in this neighborhood for 10 years. i also wanted to let you know that today also happens to be my wedding anniversary. four years ago, my husband and i were married, one of the 18,000 special edition, limited edition same-sex couples in california. i mention that because i've understand what it is like to be subjected to speeches public ridicule, as well as political scorn, pretty much for my entire adult life. and in terms of understanding that, i ask that you keep in mind that this commission did not appoint the sheriff. the board of supervisors did not appoint the sheriff. the mayor of san francisco did not appoint the sheriff. neither did gavin newsom, willie brown, rose pak. this man was elected to office. there is a method emplace for a recall to occur. it and the people who elected them should have the opportunity to recall him. that should not be taken away by anyone, any board or commission. [tone] or mayor. i asked you to pl