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The Race For LA County Sheriff: Q&A With Robert Luna And Alex Villanueva

Two men in dark suits stand on stage in front of lecterns
Former Long Beach Police Chief Robert Luna, left, and L.A. County Sheriff Alex Villanueva debate for on Sept. 21, 2022 at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles.
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Los Angeles Times)

L.A. County Sheriff Alex Villanueva is running for reelection on the Nov. 8 ballot against former Long Beach Police Chief Robert Luna.

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As part of our commitment to providing voters with as much information as possible, we asked Villanueva and Luna questions on a variety of issues before the June primary.

We present their answers here, side-by-side. Click the arrow next to any question, and the candidates’ responses will appear.

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