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The judicial system in a liberal democracy is deemed to be an independent branch of government with judges free from political agendas or societal pressures. In reality, judges are often influenced by their economic and social backgrounds, gender, race, religion, and sexuality. This volume explores the representation of different identities in the judiciary in the United States. The contributors investigate the pipeline, ambition, institutional inclusion, retention, and representation of groups previously excluded from federal, state, and local judiciaries. This study demonstrates how diversity on the bench improves the quality of justice, bolsters confidence in the legitimacy of the courts, and provides a vital voice in decision-making power for formerly disenfranchised populations.

Author Biography:

Samantha L. Hernandez is Director of Legislative Affairs for the National Association of Graduate-Professional Students. She is co-editor of Latinas in American Politics: Changing and Embracing Political Tradition (2016). Her work has been featured in Politics and Gender, the New York Times, Bloomberg News, and Chronicle of Higher Education. Sharon A. Navarro is Professor of Political Science at the University of Texas, San Antonio. Her research interests focus on Latinos-as in American politics, women and politics, and race-ethnic, gender and public policy. She is co-editor of Latinas in American Politics (2016), The Roots of Latino Urban Agency (2013), and Latino Americans and Political Participation (2004). She is also co-author of Politicas: Latina Public Officials in Texas (2008) and author of Latina Legislator: Leticia Van De Putte and the Road to Leadership (2008).
Release date NZ
November 29th, 2018
Audience
  • Professional & Vocational
Contributors
  • Edited by Samantha L. Hernandez
  • Edited by Sharon A Navarro
Illustrations
Worked examples or Exercises; 15 Tables, black and white; 1 Halftones, black and white; 22 Line drawings, black and white
Pages
196
Dimensions
156x234x15
ISBN-13
9781108429887
Product ID
28208298

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