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Assemblymember Jim Cooper

Scandal-Plagued Sacramento Lawmaker and Ex-Cop Considers Run for Sheriff

California Assemblymember Jim Cooper may seek to be Sacramento sheriff once more—despite sexual harassment allegations and a long history of outlandish antics.

Jerry Iannelli Dec 16, 2020

In Liberal California, A Crusader Against Criminal Justice Reform

Assemblymember Jim Cooper is pushing to roll back changes that have successfully reduced incarceration.

Jessica Pishko Aug 19, 2019