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With FPOA Endorsement, Wilson Says He's Best for Judge
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By David Taub, Senior Reporter
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April 19, 2018

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When it comes to judicial races, it is common to find law enforcement groups supporting a candidate from the district attorney’s office.

But Roger Wilson, a Fresno defense attorney who often represents law-enforcement clients, won the nod of the Fresno Police Officers’ Association.

Wilson’s opponent for the open Fresno County Superior Court-Office No. 4 seat is deputy district attorney Billy Terrence.

Wilson Answers These Questions

Take 5 spoke with Wilson about his candidacy to replace Edward Sarkisian Jr., who is not running for re-election. The discussion included:

— Wilson’s background as a prosecutor, then a defense attorney.

— Differences between him and Billy Terrence.

— The importance of FPOA’s endorsement.

— His judicial philosophy.

— His approach to sentencing.

Click on the video above to watch the segment.

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David Taub,
Senior Reporter
Curiosity drives David Taub. The award-winning journalist might be shy, but feels mighty with a recorder in his hand. He doesn't see it his job to "hold public officials accountable," but does see it to provide readers (and voters) the information needed to make intelligent choices. Taub has been honored with several writing awards from the California News Publishers Association. He's just happy to have his stories read. Joining GV Wire in 2016, Taub covers politics, government and elections, mainly in the Fresno/Clovis area. He also writes columns about local eateries (Appetite for Fresno), pro wrestling (Off the Bottom Rope), and media (Media Man). Prior to joining the online news source, Taub worked as a radio producer for KMJ and PowerTalk 96.7 in Fresno. He also worked as an assignment editor for KCOY-TV in Santa Maria, California, and KSEE-TV in Fresno. He has also worked behind the scenes for several sports broadcasts, including the NCAA basketball tournament, and the Super Bowl. When not spending time with his family, Taub loves to officially score Fresno Grizzlies games. Growing up in the San Francisco Bay Area, Taub is a die-hard Giants and 49ers fan. He graduated from the University of Michigan with dual degrees in communications and political science. Go Blue! You can contact David at 559-492-4037 or at Send an Email

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