Posted on 06/27/2002 9:26:34 AM PDT by CFW
Edited on 04/13/2004 3:36:36 AM PDT by Jim Robinson. [history]
WASHINGTON -- The Supreme Court today struck down limits on what some judicial candidates may tell voters, a landmark free speech ruling that could heat up court campaigns around the country.
Nearly 40 states elect some judges, and also restrict what they say or do while campaigning to promote an image of fairness and independence for courts.
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Free speech bump!
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