Progressive lawyer Boudin wins San Francisco’s DA race

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A progressive lawyer who campaigned to reform the criminal justice system has won San Francisco’s tightly contested race for district attorney.
Chesa Boudin (CHAY-sah boo-DEEN) declared victory Saturday night after four days of ballot counting determined he was ahead of Suzy Loftus by a slim margin.
Loftus, who was appointed interim district attorney by Mayor London Breed three weeks before Tuesday’s election, conceded and said she will work to ensure a smo