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The good is that the public is involved so that it is not just the "crony" of the judge selecting him; the bad is that the public may be swayed by stuff that is not really relevant but stuff that is used, as in Public relations, to portray the person as someone people would want...but in reality he or she is a jerk.
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Are judges ever elected by the people?
In the U.S., it varies by state. Federal judges are not elected; they are appointed.
It is fair that people of a congressional district might elect a candidate then have the House of Representatives vote not to seat that person?
It is fair that people of a congressional district might elect a candidate then have the House of Representatives vote not to seat that person.
What are five things people vote on?
1. To the Elect the President (indirectly through the electoral college) 2. To elect the representatives to the Federal (or State) Senate 3. To elect the representatives to the Federal (or State) House of Representatives. 4. To Choose the candidate to represent Republican or Democratic Party in a Presidential election. 4. Electing local judges. 5. To support or oppose propositions, laws, and initiatives.
For how long do federal judges serve?
Federal judges are given lifetime tenure during periods of good behavior. This is to prevent any influence of their decisions.
How often are federal judges elected by the popular vote?
They aren't ever, the executive branch elects the federal judges for a term of good behavior. In otherwords the president appoints them, never elections.
Which states elect judges?
findarticles.com/p/articles/ mi_hb1367/is_200209/ai_n5563951 39 states elect judges.
Does the Judicial Branch of government elect Federal judges?
The Judicial Branch doesn't elect federal judges. Article III (constitutional) court judges are nominated by the President and approved by the Senate.
Can people directly elect federal judges?
Not in the US. Federal judges are appointed. not elected.
Who elects judges in the Ohio supreme court?
who elect judges in the ohio supreme court
Does the president elect all us federal judges?
Yes
Are the states judges appointed or elected?
It depends on the state. Some states elect, some states appoint.
Does the judicial branch have elections?
On the federal level, no. However, some state courts elect their judges.
What are two state officials besides the govnor and lieutenant governor who are elected to office?
Some states still elect judges (although it's not a terribly good idea). You have the Treasurer. You're state senators or representatives are elected. They state Attorney General is elected and in my state we elect the Auditor.
Do people directly elect federal judges?
No. They are appointed: nominated by the president subject to the approval of the Senate (simple majority vote).
Are judges ever elected by the people?
In the U.S., it varies by state. Federal judges are not elected; they are appointed.
Can elect water heater be connected to same elect circuit as air conditioner?
Not a good idea.
Why we shouldn't elect Donald Trump?
He might do bad things.
