One of the best reasons for nonpartisan judge elections? KY law requires it.

By: Charles Boteler, Al Cross

Outlets: Kentucky Lantern

Published: October 13, 2026

Words: 600

Last Updated: 5 days, 4 hours ago

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A recent column said nonpartisan judicial elections present a problem for voters, namely, “How can voters know how judges may rule on the cases that come before them?”

The key word in that sentence is “may.” Judges should not commit to ruling one way or the other, but to decide cases based on the law and the facts. Voters must remember that judicial elections are not like elections for legislative or executive offices, …

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