From 2005 to 2015 this blog presented news items and resources relating to trial advocacy and the legal system, with a focus on Washington State. It was developed to support the Trial Advocacy Program at the University of Washington School of Law, but broadened to include appellate practice, the courts, access to justice, and related topics. It is no longer active.
Saturday, April 14, 2007
Most Canadians Favor US-Style Elected Judgeships
As many here wrestle with perceived problems in our system of electing judges, a new poll indicates that most Canadians rather like the idea of electing judges. Many Canadian legal scholars, however, are concerned about possible politicization of the bench. JURIST - Paper Chase: Most Canadians now backing US-style elected judgeships: poll, April 9, 2007.
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