John is a district attorney for a large metropolitan area. He is facing reelection in approximately 1 year. During the course of John's day, he receives news that a well-known professional football player has attempted to murder his wife of less than a year. Apparently, the player found his wife in a comprising position with another player on the team. John knows that how he prosecutes this media-driven case may determine if he is reelected.
Even though the community is demanding charges and a trial, it will be John's final decision to go to trial or plea bargain the case. John has a great deal of __________ in making his decision.

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John is a district attorney for a large metropolitan area.  He is facing reelection in approximately 1 year.  During the course of John's day, he receives news that a well-known professional football player has attempted to murder his wife of less than a year.  Apparently, the player found his wife in a comprising position with another player on the team.  John knows that how he prosecutes this media-driven case may determine if he is reelected.
Even though the community is demanding charges and a trial, it will be John's final decision to go to trial or plea bargain the case.  John has a great deal of __________ in making his decision.

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John has a great deal of discretion in making his decision, as he has the power to decide whether to go to trial or plea bargain the case.

John Is a District Attorney for a Large Metropolitan Area