The system of non-partisan selection of judges that offends the editorial writers has been in place in some states for more than 40 years.
In its attack on non-partisan selection systems, the WSJ concludes that although the system is intended to take politics out of the selection of judges, "the plan has in practice handed disproportionate influence over the judiciary to lawyers and bar associations".
By applying your partisan criteria to the selection of recipients of the award, I clearly received mine in error as I was appointed Ambassador by President George H. W. Bush.
Much media attention has been focused on cabinet selections and partisan politics.
But Monfils is also likely to bring out the streaky Gulbis's worst instincts in terms of shot selection, and the partisan crowd is almost certain to turn on the talented but temperamental player at some point.
The commissions are to avoid partisan considerations in making their selections but the governor may select any of those on the list using whatever criteria, including political affiliation, that he or she chooses.
Caterers in bow ties welcomed the partisans to sample from a wide selection of Danishes served with coffee on a flagstone patio in the pleasant morning air.
And the partisan sellout crowd, which booed Leslie's selection as most valuable player, seemed to appreciate the closest All-Star Game in its four-year history.
The selection system currently is completely partisan and separate, and electors represent their respective parties as chosen during caucuses and primaries.
Reading blogs is an efficient way to find out what partisans are thinking; you get a wider source selection than from a New York Times Rolodex.
Choosing judges in partisan elections, rather than through a system of merit selection, can create a serious problem of quality control.
