Question

Why is judicial independence so important under our system of government?

Use examples from the lesson in your response, and write at least two or three complete sentences

Answer 1

Answer:

It is super important in our government that individual judges and the judiciary as a whole are impartial and independent of all external pressures and of each other so that those who appear before them and the wider public can have confidence that their cases will be decided fairly and in accordance with the law.

Answer 2

Sample answer on edge:

The founders of our nation wanted to ensure the courts were free from political pressure, pushing them to rule in a certain way. For example, they ensured judges did not have to fear for their job or pay, which could be used to threaten them. They wanted to be sure judges ruled on the basis of the Constitution and the law, even if that went against the opinion of current leaders.