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Send Gary a Message John Clair is the police chief for the Town of Marion, VA. Prior to his service in Marion, he served as police chief for the Town of Quantico, VA. John shares his perspective on working as a small town police chief, with advice for others who seek police chief roles. In the Line of Fire with Gary Dillon is sponsored by VRSA, Virginia's largest and most financially sound group self insurance pool, providing auto, property, liability, and workers compensation coverage...
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