Especially in criminal matters. When I would sentence someone, I would tell them specifically what they'd done, why I was sentencing to what I was. But going back to your answer, no, I do not think we should have merits. I like the system of electing. Although I absolutely do not like the political election process. I do like electing judges. Thank you. Judge, you mentioned that you've written on abortion recently for the race and that you agreed with the current abortion rules passed by the legislature. (51:52–51:57)
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Asserts a preference for electing judges over merit-based appointments in Wisconsin.
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