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    Can Tony Rack Win a 5th OC DA Term?

    OC District Attorney's Tony Rackauckas' bid for a fifth term — and why this race may be his toughest yet.

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    By Gustavo Arellano • Feb 18, 2014 • 4m Listen

    Late last week, Orange County District Attorney Tony Rackauckas announced he would be running for a fifth term. Rackackaus has long enjoyed overwhelming support from politicians, law enforcement, and the public, but this year might be his toughest-ever race. Police officer unions are furious he charged officers with murder in the Kelly Thomas case, while liberal groups allege Rackauckas turns a blind eye to political corruption in the county. Rumored to run is Rackackaus' one-time protege, Todd Spitzer, who has blasted his mentor for years. Will Tony cruise to victory or is he in for the fight of his political life?

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      Gustavo Arellano

      columnist, LA Times

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