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    Which Way, L.A.?

    Trutanich, the Candidate Who Promised Not to Run

    In next month's election, Carmen Trutanich is considered the front-runner among six candidates for LA County District Attorney — even though he promised to serve two terms as City Attorney. He hasn't even finished his first.

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    By Warren Olney • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

    In next month's election, Carmen Trutanich is considered the front-runner among six candidates for LA County District Attorney — even though he promised to serve two terms as City Attorney. He hasn't even finished his first. Incumbent DA Steve Cooley supported Trutanich for that office, but has opposed to Trutanich replacing him when he steps down. (Since his mother was hospitalized early this week, Trutanich is not accepting requests for media interviews.) We get an update on the campaign.

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Caitlin Shamberg

      KCRW

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      Christian Bordal

      Managing Producer, Greater LA

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      Gideon Brower

      Independent Producer

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      Jack Leonard

      Los Angeles Times

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      John Shallman

      Shallman Communications

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      Mariel Garza

      Executive Editor, Golden State

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