Law and Government Overview
This area of lawforwa links you to general information about the American system of law and government as well as specific information about Washington state.
Alito Faces Senate Questioning: The U.S. Senate is preparing for the confirmation hearings of Judge Samuel Alito, nominated to fill the current vacancy on the Supreme Court. Keep up with in the Washington Post, and on National Public Radio.
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What Judges Do for Democracy
The concept of judicial independence has been in the news a lot lately as higher court judges issue decisions unpopular with politicians. Learn more about what our Constitution expects judges to do, and what role they play in our system.
- Find out from the Justice at Stake Campaign.
- Explore from the American Bar Association.
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Do you agree with those who defend judicial independence? See what had to say recently, as well as Supreme Court justices .
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