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A road trip to save democracy? These judges say it's worth a shot
The tour’s judges said public trust in the courts depends on civic engagement and equal justice under the law.
- Led by Former Ohio Supreme Court Chief Justice Maureen O'Connor, the 'Justice in Motion' bus tour traveled from Pennsylvania to Michigan promoting public trust in the judicial system.
- Judges initiated the civic engagement tour to address growing concerns regarding political challenges to the judicial branch's independence and ensure equal justice under the law.
- Ohio Supreme Court Justice Michael Donnelly joined O'Connor on the tour, while International Trade Senior Judge Leo Gordon also participated, speaking with students about their judicial roles.
- The tour concluded its final stop at Grosse Pointe Public Library in Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan, on July 10, emphasizing the necessity of maintaining an impartial judiciary.
- Organizers intend these community interactions to preserve the rule of law, ensuring citizens understand the Ohio Supreme Court's separation from partisan politics.
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A road trip to save democracy? These judges say it's worth a shot
The group of sitting and retired judges recently spoke with students, lawyers, activists and concerned citizens about the importance of an independent judiciary and the rule of law.
·Billings, United States
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