- Occupation: Gang Prosecutor
 - 12 years as a Deputy District Attorney
 - 2 years in the Hardcore Gang Division
 - Endorsed by 55 LA Superior Court judges
 - Completed 100 jury trials
 - USC Law School, JD 1992
 - University of Michigan, BA 1988
  
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Top Priorities if Elected |   
- Ensuring that all parties have an opportunity to be heard
 - Maintaining an open mind
 - Maximizing court time in these difficult financial times
  
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The League of Women Voters of Los Angeles County asked questions on the issues of all candidates for this office.
 Read the answers from Valerie Salkin
 
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- District Attorney Steve Cooley
 - Sheriff Lee Baca
 - Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa
  
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