Wed May 05, 2010 at 10:45:00 AM EDT
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No, Tom Kean Sr. didn't criticize the Governor in public today over the decision to not reappoint Justice Wallace to the Supreme Court. But in a powerful column, Senator Lesniak utilizes Kean's own words to evaluate the actions Christie has taken:"Judges have to be totally free to make up their minds on a particular case. They should not have to think how their opinion will affect next year's election or even their reappointment. They should simply view the facts of the case and interpret the law. Accordingly, there has not been a judge since the constitution was adopted in New Jersey who has been denied reappointment based on court opinions or political beliefs. The day that happens, the New Jersey judiciary will be undermined. And I was not going to be party to any such event. Lesniak says that the message Christie sent with his decision to replace Wallace on the court is loud and clear: Do as I say or suffer the consequences! Senator Sweeney also invoked the words of former Governor Kean in taking on the Christie's actions. For his part, Christie said he did consult with his mentor Former Governor Kean, but decided not to listen to his advice. |
| Jason Springer :: Kean Sr. criticizes Christie's decision to replace Wallace |
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