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Society and individual members thereof who approach the court in
conscience desire justice. They place their hope not only in the
knowledge but also in the morality of the judges. At a time when
the values of the judiciary are under intense scrutiny, Noonan and
Winston present an extensive, highly informed collection of
readings with commentary and explication. They address the concept
and role of judge, the act of judging, and the requirements and
potential abuses inherent in the system and process of sitting in
judgment. This is a reflective, yet eminently realistic
consideration of the fundamental issues and questions involved in
establishing a reasonable framework for assessing judicial
morality. The work first examines qualities of the ideal, corrupt,
and over-zealous or political judge. The editors next address the
judge's role and response in view of the tensions rising not only
from the facts of the case and legal precedents but also from such
human qualities as compassion. They also look at the power of
social expectations and personal beliefs as possible influences on
judicial decisions. Finally, the editors consider the need judges
have for independence and study that necessary factor in
relationships to accountability and also potential for abuse. This
is a learned, inclusive, yet accessible and captivating, work. It
will clarify and reinvigorate discussion of critically important
issues fundamental to an ethical judiciary.
Society and individual members thereof who approach the court in
conscience desire justice. They place their hope not only in the
knowledge but also in the morality of the judges. At a time when
the values of the judiciary are under intense scrutiny, Noonan and
Winston present an extensive, highly informed collection of
readings with commentary and explication. They address the concept
and role of "judge," the act of "judging," and the requirements and
potential abuses inherent in the system and process of sitting in
judgment. This is a reflective, yet eminently realistic
consideration of the fundamental issues and questions involved in
establishing a reasonable framework for assessing judicial
morality. The work first examines qualities of the ideal, corrupt,
and over-zealous or political judge. The editors next address the
judge's role and response in view of the tensions rising not only
from the facts of the case and legal precedents but also from such
human qualities as compassion. They also look at the power of
social expectations and personal beliefs as possible influences on
judicial decisions. Finally, the editors consider the need judges
have for independence and study that necessary factor in
relationships to accountability and also potential for abuse. This
is a learned, inclusive, yet accessible and captivating, work. It
will clarify and reinvigorate discussion of critically important
issues fundamental to an ethical judiciary.
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