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LA District Attorney Jackie Lacey on her reelection bid
Jackie Lacey has been the District Attorney of Los Angeles County for six years. She will seek re-election next year. But activists argue she hasn’t done enough to push criminal justice reforms and prosecute officers accused of misconduct.
By Madeleine Brand • • 51m ListenJackie Lacey has been the District Attorney of Los Angeles County for six years. She will seek re-election next year. But activists argue she hasn’t done enough to push criminal justice reforms and prosecute officers accused of misconduct.
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4 storiesLA District Attorney Jackie Lacey on her potential challenger, death penalty, and pot
Jackie Lacey has been the District Attorney of Los Angeles County for six years. She’s seeking re-election next year. She’s already been endorsed by Mayor Eric Garcetti and Congressman Adam Schiff.
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