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Brad Schimel: “I can't make those policy decisions. They're going to have…”

Featuring: Brad Schimel, Republican | Wisconsin Circuit Court Judge, Waukesha County

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Published | Video Starts at 54:15

Democracy can be messy, right? Waiting for the will of the voters to be accurately reflected in the laws can take time and difficulty. But you're asking me as a judge, I can't make those policy decisions. They're going to have to be made by the legislature. by the lawmakers who should be reflecting the policy will of the voters they represent. You make the judgment at the end so who you are will make a difference. (54:15–54:21)

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Asserts that policy decisions must be made by the legislature, not judges.

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