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Question 11 • U.S. Government

What is one argument in favor of federal judges having lifetime appointments?

Answer
A
Judges can rule on cases without fearing retribution.
B
Judges can be chosen for age instead of experience.
C
Judges can retire when their political party is in power.
D
Judges can push their own political agendas.

Explanation

Lifetime appointments help federal judges remain independent from political pressure. Because judges do not have to campaign for reelection or worry that an unpopular ruling will cost them their job, they can decide cases without fearing retribution. This is the argument described in choice A.

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