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Educational Resources
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In this video produced for Constitution Day 2011, federal judges say their oath of office and explain what it means to them every time they take the bench. The oath is part of the Judiciary Act of 1789. The 222nd anniversary of the Act is September 24.
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Judge Ann C. Williams, of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit in Chicago, says that each generation stands on the shoulders of people who went before them. She credits her parents' example for her preparation to serve on the federal bench, and looks to trailblazers like the late Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall for inspiration.
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U.S. District Court Judge Virginia Kendall kept moving forward through loss and challenges on her journey to the federal bench. Kendall talks about the importance of believing in herself, digging deep and accepting the support of family and friends along the way to becoming a federal judge in the Northern District of Illinois.
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Magistrate Judge Arlander Keys rose from the cotton fields of Mississippi to the federal bench by educating himself, persevering and working hard. Keys shares his perspectives on his life – from his time in the Marines and law school, to eventually becoming a federal magistrate judge.
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Why is jury service important? What is the role of the jury? Jury service is the most direct way of participating in our democracy. In this video, students question federal judges from across the country on the basics of jury service.
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In this edition of Court Shorts, we focus on the importance of a fair and impartial Judiciary. What does this concept mean to you? In this video, students question federal judges on these principles.
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Students Play All the Roles
in True-to-Life Trials
At participating courthouses across the nation, realistic teen scenarios – ranging from downloading music, to distracted driving, to cyberbullying – allow students to serve as jurors, lawyers, and witnesses at local, federal courthouses. Federal judges preside and attorneys coach the students.
Federal Judges Preside Over
Trial Simulations
Throughout the academic year, high school juniors and seniors argue contemporary Supreme Court decisions before federal judges in their courtrooms. Students show a range of emotions and demonstrate critical thinking skills as they argue different sides of current, controversial issues of importance to them.