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Judicial Independence And Accountability: Withstanding Political Stress, Leah Wortham
Judicial Independence And Accountability: Withstanding Political Stress, Leah Wortham
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For democracy and the rule of law to function and flourish, important actors in the justice system need sufficient independence from politicians in power to act under rule of law rather than political pressure. The court system must offer a place where government action can be reviewed, challenged, and, when necessary, limited to protect constitutional and legal bounds, safeguard internationally-recognized human rights, and prevent departures from a fair and impartial system of law enforcement and dispute resolution. Courts also should offer a place where government officials can be held accountable. People within and outside a country need faith that court …
The ‘Wall’ Decisions In Legal And Political Context, Geoffrey R. Watson
The ‘Wall’ Decisions In Legal And Political Context, Geoffrey R. Watson
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