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Unit 2 – Branches of Government
Topic 2.11
Why has lifetime tenure for Supreme Court justices remained unchanged since it was first established?
To ensure consistency and continuity in court rulings..
To protect justices from political pressure and preserve judicial independence..
To encourage justices to adhere strictly to founding constitutional principles..
To prevent turnover that could lead to judicial inexperience.
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AP US Government - 2.11 Checks on the Judicial Branch
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