Cualificaciones: ¿Qué formación, experiencia y características te cualifican para este puesto?
Ética: Dado que los candidatos judiciales solicitan donaciones y recaudan dinero para ser elegidos, ¿cómo pueden los votantes tener la seguridad de que las donaciones de campaña no afectarán la forma en que los jueces interpretan la ley y/o revisan las decisiones de tribunales inferiores?
Separación de poderes: ¿Cuál es su opinión sobre el papel de los tribunales en relación con las demás ramas del gobierno?
Equidad: ¿Qué se puede hacer para mejorar el acceso a la justicia para todos, incluidas las personas o grupos que pueden estar desatendidos?
Otros asuntos: ¿Qué cuestiones cree usted que serán las más urgentes para la Corte Suprema de Texas?
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Bonnie Lee Goldstein
A 33 year varied civil and municpal law practice; 20 years judicial experience: 11 years as a municipal judge, 6 years as a civil district trial judge and 3 years as intermediate appellate justice.
judgegoldstein.com
Transparency through the Campaign Finance Reports detailed disclosure requirements, updated periodically according to the reporting schedule, along with stringent limitations imposed upon campaign contributions for judicial races, help safeguard against the appearance of impropriety and protect the integrity and independence of the judiciary.
The courts serve as an essential, independent and equal third branch of government to preserve and protect our constitution. The judiciary applies the law to the facts of a particular case and appellate review provides clarity, meaning, and consistency to the interpretation of the laws as enacted by the legislative branch, in accordance with constitutional parameters.
Prioritize continued vigilance to identify the underserved, and the resources necessary to improve access to justice. Update and adapt pandemic-tested solutions for improved access through increased use of technology, virtual platforms and hybrid proceedings, as well as the development of user-friendly informational or instructional materials to help navigate the judicial system.
As a judicial candidate for the Texas Supreme Court, I cannot comment on issues that may come before me. The Canons prohibit a judge from being "swayed by partisan interests, public clamor, or fear of criticism" therefore transparency in judgment, clarity and consistency of opinions, are critical to preserve and protect the constitution, the rule of law and the independence of the judiciary.
