Edgar Ashton

Resume: Independent, 59, retired. Worked 20 years as security police officer in the Marines and Navy; four years as Benewah County jailer, 1990-93; former aircraft company electrician. One year classes, Boise Junior College. Married, two daughters, five grandchildren.

Finances: Lists contributions, expenditures at $100 each; plus $90 owed as of Oct. 10.

Why running: To give voters a choice.

What he would do first: Hire a criminal investigator and narcotics officer.

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