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You might be reading too much into the word “political.” It’s legitimate for different judges to have different judicial opinions; that’s why appeals are often
by sjy 7y ago
You might be reading too much into the word “political.” It’s legitimate for different judges to have different judicial opinions; that’s why appeals are often decided by a panel of judges.
- kragen 7y agoAlso many judges are elected, and in the US those who aren't elected are appointed by elected officials, and even in undemocratic countries, rulers consider the opinion of the public when they make judicial appointments. Moreover, most judges must apply statute law, which is politically enacted.