Discipline
Jun. 29, 2002
Judges May Campaign On Political, Legal Views
WASHINGTON - Striking a resounding blow for judicial freedom of speech, the Supreme Court on Thursday ruled that, once states decide to elect their judges, they may not prevent candidates from announcing their views on political and legal issues.
The justices' 5-4 decision, among four...
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