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Judge Victoria Pratt’s “The Power of Dignity”

Amicus With Dahlia Lithwick | Law, justice, and the courts

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The Importance of Explanation in Sentencing

CNN's John Sutter spoke with justice brown jackson about her confirmation hearings. He said he was struck by how important it is for judges to make sure people understand the system, even if they are being given harsh sentences. Judges have to be held accountable and serve communities as well because we're not doing them any favours, says Sutter.

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