Democrats and labor unions split between three candidates to replace Nora Vargas.
San Diego County Board of Supervisors
South Bay voters should get to choose their elected representative.
Politicos already jockeying for a seat that rarely becomes vacant.
White labor leaders used crass Spanish slang to attack Latina leader.
Process was stalled after resignation of Supervisor Nathan Fletcher in May.
Over $400,000 in contributions flowed through intertwined committees.
Councilwoman Montgomery Steppe is best choice to help lead County.
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<p>The San Diego County Board of Supervisors today voted to hold a special election on August 15th to replace disgraced Supervisor Nathan Fletcher, who resigned last week after a female employee filed a lawsuit alleging he sexually harassed and assaulted her.</p>
The back-and-forth seemed normal before Fletcher called it a "threat".
<h3>Local Organizations Criticize Decision, While Others View it as a Community Safety Victory</h3>