Category: transparency
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Broken Bench Series 1: The Silent Crisis of Judicial Appointments
The judicial reappointment hearings in Virginia present a facade of public accountability, allowing only three minutes for citizens to speak, with their testimonies largely ignored. Despite personal stories of judicial misconduct, the process operates as a formality, contributing to a loss of trust in the judicial system and necessitating comprehensive reforms for genuine accountability.
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Broken Bench Series 1: The Silent Crisis of Judicial Appointments
Virginia citizens have lost the right to elect judges, transforming judicial selection into a secretive system dominated by political insiders. This undermines accountability and democratic representation, with significant implications for civil rights and community health. A movement is growing to restore popular elections and empower citizens in judicial processes.
Virginia Bay News 