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Bench Bar Press Committee
http://www.courts.wa.gov/committee/?fa=committee.h
Source: Washington Courts

The Bench Bar Press Committee was formed to develop a good relationship between judges, lawyers and the media. The Committee's mission is to stress the values of "free press" and "free trial" through relationship building and community events.
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• Why is there such a tension between the media and the courts?
• Is it necessary to televise cases in the courtroom?
• Who are the members of the Bench Bar Press Committee?
• What is the mission of the Bench Bar Press Committee?