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“Los Angeles County is the nation’s largest prosecutorial jurisdiction and its district attorney should be a leader and a trendsetter in the administration of justice. Gascón could be that leader. He’s the better choice than Lacey. Gascón is an innovative thinker and experienced administrator who is adept at using data to craft policy and monitor progress. He is an advocate for effective reform in a way that Lacey is not…”

“Gascón has vowed to prioritize and use data to focus on violent and repeat offenders, while pursuing alternatives to incarceration when it makes sense to do so. With L.A. County’s justice system full of people with mental health and substance-abuse problems, it’s time to try something new. We endorse Gascón.”*

Los Angeles District Attorney Jackie Lacey faces her first set of challengers as an incumbent this March.

After first entering office in 2012, Lacey went unopposed in 2016. This time, she faces two challengers with similar critiques of Lacey’s performance as DA of the largest local prosecutor’s office in the country.

Former public defender Rachel Rossi argues that Lacey’s office has consistently relied on incarceration, while underutilizing mental health diversion opportunities, when dealing with cases that come through her office...

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Los Angeles District Attorney Jackie Lacey faces her first set of challengers as an incumbent this March.

After first entering office in 2012, Lacey went unopposed in 2016. This time, she faces two challengers with similar critiques of Lacey’s performance as DA of the largest local prosecutor’s office in the country.

Former public defender Rachel Rossi argues that Lacey’s office has consistently relied on incarceration, while underutilizing mental health diversion opportunities, when dealing with cases that come through her office.

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"Gascón has vowed to prioritize and use data to focus on violent and repeat offenders, while pursuing alternatives to incarceration when it makes sense to do so. With L.A. County’s justice system full of people with mental health and substance-abuse problems, it’s time to try something new.  We endorse Gascón."

Los Angeles District Attorney Jackie Lacey faces her first set of challengers as an incumbent this March.

After first entering office in 2012, Lacey went unopposed in 2016. This time, she faces two challengers with similar critiques of Lacey’s performance as DA of the largest local prosecutor’s office in the country.

Former public defender Rachel Rossi argues that Lacey’s office has consistently relied on incarceration, while underutilizing mental health diversion opportunities, when dealing with cases that come through her office...

Read More

Los Angeles District Attorney Jackie Lacey faces her first set of challengers as an incumbent this March.

After first entering office in 2012, Lacey went unopposed in 2016. This time, she faces two challengers with similar critiques of Lacey’s performance as DA of the largest local prosecutor’s office in the country.

Former public defender Rachel Rossi argues that Lacey’s office has consistently relied on incarceration, while underutilizing mental health diversion opportunities, when dealing with cases that come through her office...

Read More

Los Angeles District Attorney Jackie Lacey faces her first set of challengers as an incumbent this March.

After first entering office in 2012, Lacey went unopposed in 2016. This time, she faces two challengers with similar critiques of Lacey’s performance as DA of the largest local prosecutor’s office in the country.

Former public defender Rachel Rossi argues that Lacey’s office has consistently relied on incarceration, while underutilizing mental health diversion opportunities, when dealing with cases that come through her office.

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Los Angeles District Attorney Jackie Lacey faces her first set of challengers as an incumbent this March.

After first entering office in 2012, Lacey went unopposed in 2016. This time, she faces two challengers with similar critiques of Lacey’s performance as DA of the largest local prosecutor’s office in the country.

Former public defender Rachel Rossi argues that Lacey’s office has consistently relied on incarceration, while underutilizing mental health diversion opportunities, when dealing with cases that come through her office.

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“The editorial board endorses Gascón on account of his leadership in pushing for police reforms and making life after incarceration more accessible – a change desperately needed, as Los Angeles continues to be one of the world’s largest mechanisms of mass incarceration.

“On behalf of the nearly 700 attorneys who make up the Los Angeles County Public Defenders Office, I am proud to announce our union's support of George Gascón for Los Angeles County District Attorney. Our members serve LA County's most vulnerable residents and have seen firsthand the disastrous effects of regressive prosecutorial policies and mass incarceration. We believe George Gascón's commitments to ending the death penalty, supporting Alternatives to Incarceration, eliminating racist and discriminatory gang sentencing enhancements, prohibiting retaliatory prosecution of those who speak out against the police, are critical to improving the health and safety of our communities. Mr. Gascón's record of employing evidence-based reforms and fighting for statewide reform measures speak to his enduring commitment to equal justice. He is the right choice to lead the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office. "

“We are proud to support George Gascón for Los Angeles District Attorney as he has championed without hesitation solutions that take into account people’s humanity while fighting for equality and fairness in the criminal justice system,” said Angelica Salas, CHIRLA Action Fund President. “Mr. Gascón has a proven track record of progressive solutions that have had a direct impact on the large immigrant community. We look forward to his work in Los Angeles and his offering a fresh perspective for this great city.”

“We are excited to endorse George Gascon for LA County District Attorney. Not only is he a proven leader in the criminal justice reform movement, but he has a proven record of holding both individuals and corporations accountable for actions they take that harm our environment,” said Michael Kadish, LALCV President.

"There is so much at stake in this election," said Congressman Cárdenas. "We need to put the era of mass incarceration in the rear-view mirror, and George has a track record of safely reforming our institutions and holding the powerful accountable. Over his decades-long career in law enforcement he has stood up to protect women, families, immigrants, and the rule of law. He's the best choice to be LA's next DA.”

“As a lifelong public servant and a steward of progressive change, George Gascón is the right choice for Los Angeles County DA,” Arisha Hatch, Director of Color Of Change PAC, said. “Gascón has proven that we can achieve public safety without criminalizing Black people or relying on incarceration. As Los Angeles County District Attorney, we are confident he will bring the change and reform that Los Angeles desperately needs.”

"The Board of the Mexican American Bar Association Political Action Committee (MABA PAC) is proud to endorse George Gascón for the Los Angeles County District Attorney race. #MABAPAC #GasconForLADA #VoteGascon”

"Criminal justice reform is a major concern for the members of the Democratic Party of the San Fernando Valley, (DPSFV). After interviewing all eligible candidates in the race for District Attorney, our organization felt former DA George Gascon would be our best and most effective ally in our efforts. His plan for the much needed reform in the DA's office matched our own and we look forward to working together during the election and throughout his term." - Shanna Ingalsbee, Chair DPSFV

“The Stonewall Democratic Club is proud to endorse George Gascón for Los Angeles County District Attorney,” said Lester Aponte, President of Stonewall Democratic Club. “George’s decades of commitment to amplifying voices in the LGBTQ community is exactly the sort of inclusive leadership we need in the largest prosecutors office in the country. LA needs leaders who are not afraid of holding law enforcement accountable, or rich and powerful predators like Ed Buck—instead, we need leadership that is wholeheartedly committed to an equitable justice system. George Gascón has not only the vision of bringing reform to LA, maintaining community involvement, transparency, and accountability—but also the track record to prove he can get it done.”

“George has an impressive record of prosecuting public corruption, cracking down on corporate polluters, holding law enforcement accountable, and implementing effective diversion programs that makes him the best candidate for the job,” said Stephanie Uy, VP of Administration of the LA County Young Democrats. “We proudly endorse George Gascón for LA County District Attorney!” - Stephanie Uy, VP of Administration

"Americans for Democratic Action is proud to support George Gascón for Los Angeles County DA," said Clifford J. Tasner, President of ADA SoCal. "We can compare his performance in San Francisco to that of our current DA and see how much more effective his policies have been in terms of reducing violent crime while also reducing the jail population. He’s committed to standing up to police misconduct and reducing bias in the legal system. He stands with us on so many of the progressive criminal justice issues our organization champions!”