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Injustice Watch mailed its judicial election guide to 1,000 detainees at Cook County Jail. They never received them.
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Officials said workers in the jail’s mailroom incorrectly identified the election guides as contraband.
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Judges play a critical and powerful role in society. But many voters know little about the people at the bottom of their ballot.
For that reason, every election cycle, Injustice Watch compiles a voter guide with information about the people running for judge–and those running to retain their seats on the bench–in Cook County. We search public documents, scour judicial records, and compile bar association ratings to provide the most in-depth guide to Cook County voters. We don’t make recommendations or endorsements. Rather, we provide as much information as we can so voters can make an informed decision.
Officials said workers in the jail’s mailroom incorrectly identified the election guides as contraband.
Guía de Injustice Watch para las Elecciones Judiciales generales y de retención del Condado de Cook de noviembre de 2020
Injustice Watch’s guide to the 2020 Cook County judicial primary elections.
59 judges are up for retention. 10 candidates are seeking seats on the bench for the first time in contested elections. Use this guide to help you make an informed decision when you vote.
Injustice Watch compiled a voting guide for the candidates running for judicial seats in Cook County because, despite the powerful role judges play in communities, little independent information is available to voters about the large pool of candidates.
Dozens are vying for judge’s seats in Cook County. Not all of them got recommendations from local bar groups.
Becoming a circuit judge in Cook County is a complex process. Here’s an explanation of how it works.