Interview with Sid Williams

Partial Transcript: Your full name and when you were born, where you were born, and your early life.

Segment Synopsis: Williams provides his family background and early career.

Keywords: Knott County

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Partial Transcript: How did you get involved in politics?

Segment Synopsis: Williams talks about his election to become County Judge.

Keywords: County Judge; Knott County

Subjects: Political campaigns

Partial Transcript: What's your opinion of the changed in the County Judge's role?

Segment Synopsis: Williams explains why he likes the referendum. In particular, he discusses being uncomfortable being a judge in juvenile court.

Keywords: County Judge; County Judge Executive; Judicial referendum; Knott County

Subjects: County courts County government Juvenile courts

Partial Transcript: What did you accomplish while you were County Judge?

Segment Synopsis: Williams discusses the projects that he pursued as County Judge and the budget that was needed to accomplish them.

Keywords: County Judge; Courthouse; Knott County

Subjects: Hospital buildings--Construction Recreation centers Revenue sharing

Partial Transcript: What are your future plans? Do you intend to run for office?

Segment Synopsis: Williams says that he will most likely not run for office. He also praises the work of Congressman Perkins.

Keywords: Congressman Perkins; Knott County

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Partial Transcript: What does this county need in the future?

Segment Synopsis: Williams talks about the various industries in Knott County. He also discusses the influence of the coal industry.

Keywords: Farming; Industry; Knott County

Subjects: Coal miners and mining Roads--Construction

Partial Transcript: Who are some other people that have been important politically in the county?

Segment Synopsis: Williams names a few political figures from Knott County that he believes are influential.

Keywords: Knott County

Subjects: County government