Question

Sue and Tim are arguing about the value of appointing rather than electing federal judges. Sue says the judges should be elected. Which of the following statements supports her position?

Answer 1

A. Judges in most federal court positions are elected so it should be the same way at the state and local level as well.
B. Judges are representatives of the people in government just like other officials and should represent majority will.
C. Judges who are elected will make their decisions in isolation from people's opinion and perform better as a result.
D. Judges that consult with other federal officials on the will of the people do not consider the law in their decisions.

Answer 2

@VectorPrime

Answer 3

@SolomonZelman

Answer 4

@skyphos

Answer 5

@Haichi

Answer 6

@maniacpokemon43

Answer 7

is the answer B?

Answer 8

i think so

Answer 9

yes

Answer 10

Yes, it may also be A, but I am leaning towards B more

Answer 11

thanks

Answer 12

np

Answer 13

yes, if you heard of "legitimacy" (how do I remember these terms ?)
Judges represent people, because people have the ultimate power, and by selecting the judges, we are having these judges decide as they were us, the people.

Answer 14

I can tell you a bit more, if you want:)
yw