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Tag: Judiciary

Chief Justice Young and the Ballot Proposals

By PTurner, Section News
Posted on Thu Sep 06, 2012 at 11:36:19 PM EST
Tags: Rule of Law, Robert Young, Bob Young, Chief Justice Young, Brian Zahra, Michigan Supreme Court, Mary Beth Kelly, Stephen Markman, Ballot Proposals, Collective Bargaining, Constitution, Separation of Powers, Judiciary (all tags)

Chief Justice Robert Young of the Michigan Supreme Court released a statement this afternoon discussing how the Rule of Law judicial philosophy compelled his, and his Rule of Law colleagues', decisions regarding the various ballot proposals. In addition to the Court's opinion itself (authored by Justice Brian Zahra) it is an interesting companion piece.

In particular, Young concisely and persuasively explains why the Court's decision was proper, even if conservatives may feel some disappointment that proposals that represent bad policy will make it to the ballot this November.

Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to the Rule of Law.

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Snyder appoints David Fischer to Judicial Tenure Commission - BWMK part II

By JGillman, Section News
Posted on Mon Jan 16, 2012 at 03:51:35 PM EST
Tags: Judiciary, Detroit, NICT, DRIC, Preston Edwards, Rick Snyder, Same Day as The Appeals Court Reversal (all tags)

Friday, Jan. 13, 2012 Gov. Rick Snyder appointed David Fischer, of Bloomfield Hills, to the Judicial Tenure Commission.

The commission works to ensure the integrity of the judicial process and preserve public confidence in the courts. It is responsible for investigating complaints of judicial misconduct or incapacity, and for recommending any disciplinary action.

"David has extensive experience with public service and private sector roles," Snyder said. "His unique background will benefit the commission and our citizens."

Fischer is the chairman and CEO of The Suburban Collection, the 13th largest automotive group in the country and one of the largest privately owned automotive groups in Michigan. He serves as chairman emeritus of the North American International Auto Show, is a member of the College of Creative Studies Board of Trustees and is the emeritus director of the Detroit Institute of Arts. Fischer and his wife actively support more than 20 charitable organizations including the American Cancer Society, the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and the Make-a-Wish Foundation.

Fischer will serve a three-year term expiring Dec. 31, 2014. He replaces Richard Long. The appointment is not subject to the advice and consent of the Senate. The executive director of the Judicial Tenure Commission is Paul Fischer. He and David Fischer are not related.

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