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Judges, Sheriff, health care: Last-minute guide to obscure but important L.A. County elections
- LA County voters face 15 Superior Court seats, with 11 races competitive on June 2.
- The guide explains what Superior Court judges handle and their scope of cases.
- A half-cent sales tax for healthcare is on the ballot to support local hospitals and clinics.
- Backers say the healthcare tax is needed after federal funding cuts to sustain health services.
- Critics warn the healthcare tax could burden taxpayers and affect business.
- Robert Luna seeks a second term as LA County Sheriff amid a crowded field.
- Key issues in the sheriff race include jail deaths, morale, recruitment, and oversight.
- The guide links to related coverage for broader election context.
- The article situates these races within the broader context of the June 2 election.
- The piece notes that voters may know more about higher-profile races than down-ballot contests.
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