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Podcast: The Bay
Episode: Some Santa Clara County Leaders Want the Sheriff Out
Description: In Santa Clara County, there are a series of controversies surrounding Sheriff Laurie Smith. They range from abuse in jails, to bribery — to even potential allegations of corruption and political influence.Now some South Bay leaders are saying enough is enough. San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo wants Smith to resign, and county supervisors want her office investigated. Guests: Adhiti Bandlamudi, KQED Silicon Valley reporter, and Alex Emslie, KQED criminal justice editorRead the episode transcript here. Follow The Bay to hear more local Bay Area stories like this one. New episodes are...