Judges who serve in lifetime seats on the federal courts make decisions that impact women, children, and families.  From the schools we can attend to whom we can marry, federal judges impact every aspect of our lives.

NCJW opposes William Crain. Here’s why: William Crain has been explicit and public about the fact that his judgement is based on his extreme conservative personal beliefs rather than on an impartial understanding of the case before him and the law. He ran a highly partisan campaign for election to the Louisiana Supreme Court, and … Continued

NCJW opposes Robert Chamberlin. Here’s why: Whether as a Mississippi state legislator or as a Justice on the Mississippi Supreme Court, Justice Chamberlin has shown a hostility to constitutional rights that calls into question his ability to be a fair and independent federal judge. He has worked to elevate Christianity in public institutions in the … Continued

NCJW opposes Anna St. John. Here’s why:  As head of the Hamilton Legal Law Institute, a far-right legal organization, Anna St. John led lawsuits challenging consumer rights, gender equality, civil rights, and human rights. She testified against bipartisan legislation to end forced arbitration in sexual assault and harassment cases even though it has been proven … Continued

NCJW opposes Edmund LaCour. Here’s why: Whether voting rights, civil rights, or reproductive rights, Mr. LaCour has shown himself to be hostile to constitutional protections. He defended Alabama’s near-total abortion ban, one of the nation’s harshest, calling Roe v. Wade  “unworkable” and “illegitimate” and asked the Supreme Court to overturn it. He argued that delaying … Continued

NCJW opposes William Mercer. Here’s why: Mr. Mercer’s record raises concerns about his commitment to justice and constitutional principles. As both a federal prosecutor and a state legislator, he has advocated for excessively harsh policies, from appealing reasonable sentences for nonviolent offenses to supporting legislation that would expand mass incarceration. His attempts at redirecting public … Continued