Fair Courts 101: “Protecting Our Democracy”

West Virginia Citizens for Clean Elections invites you to a training and discussion about the critical role the courts play in achieving success on the issues we are fighting for in West Virginia.

Join the event on Facebook and invite your friends here.

The event takes place at the Four Points Sheraton in Charleston, WV.
Reserve your free tickets here. Please do reserve your tickets ASAP to help us with logistical planning. 

Choose a session (each session will cover the same topics):
     –Afternoon session from 1:00 – 4:30 p.m.
     –Evening session from 5:30 – 9 p.m.
*Attendance includes an appetizer buffet reception from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.

With civil rights and democracy increasingly under attack, the strength and impartiality of our courts may be the last mainstay for achieving justice on all of our issues. Our rights as voters, parents, workers, and community members depend on the decisions of our elected judges.

What can you learn about this critical piece of our democracy? How do the courts play a role in justice for our people? In attendance will be an experienced judge, as well as expert trainers and facilitators from Wellstone Action.

 
Update: Kanawha County Circuit Court Judge Tod Kaufman will join us for both sessions.
 
We will explore the direct link between people power at the community level and the impartiality of our courts. Through a series of interactive discussions and presentations, participants will leave with knowledge about:

* Who sits on the bench in West Virginia

* How judges are selected/elected

* Threats to the courts

* Taking action to strengthen the courts

We hope you will join us for the opportunity to learn more about this often overlooked branch of government and the pivotal role it plays in protecting our democracy and our fundamental rights. 

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