It’s not exactly a surprise when people have choice words for their judge. Imagine 50% of people you deal with are going to think you were wrong. Thick skin is required for the job, but so too is heart and preparation. While many may argue with how to quantify the former, the latter is clearly quantifiable. Of course judges have a hard job, mentally and emotionally, yet by the example we’ve seen of some recent Supreme Court nominees and cases like Brock Turner, it’s no wonder trust in our judiciary is around 50%. Yet despite this pressing need for change our system keeps limping along with no drastic change in sight.
“Yesterday is not tomorrow’s answer…The American justice system cannot sit idly by and expect to remain relevant and respected indefinitely.” John T. Broderick, Jr. Former chief justice, the Supreme Court of New Hampshire
Like doctors, all judges need to be the highest standard throughout their career. However, when people have a similar issue with a judge there’s little recourse that helps their immediate concerns and situation. Our judiciary needs to get with modern times.
