The problem with electing judges American Judicature Society Judicial Selection Reform . In recent years, proposals have been introduced by legislators, governors, courts, and citizens' groups in nearly every state to limit the role of politics in the selection of state judges. The extent of these activities underscores the recognition that an independent judiciary is essential to the maintenance of public trust and confidence in the court system. The American Judicature Society, through funding from the Open Society Institute, has contributed to these efforts by compiling comprehensive information on judicial selection processes in each of the fifty states and the District of Columbia. Topics covered include methods of selecting, retaining, and removing of judges; successful and unsuccessful reform efforts; the roles of parties, interest groups, and professional organizations in selecting judges; and the diversity of the bench. judicialselection.us |
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| How I define "corruption" Political corruption is the use of power for personal gain, and includes public servants who use their power to advance themselves personally at the expense of the public. This isn't limited to financial gain. Corruption includes silencing public debate about one's actions, smearing others to increase one's own power, and appointing officials for their personal loyalty rather than their loyalty to the public. |
| Was Richard Nixon corrupt? Yes, in my opinion, even though he didn't line his own pockets. It would have been better if he'd been satisfied with simple monetary gain, rather than damaging the American political system to protect his power. Obstruction of justice is corruption in my book. |