@hcrichardson.bsky.social's May 7th politics chat ended w/ discussing state courts. Georgia has a Supreme Court race on May 19th. In NC, our Supreme court & Court of Appeals Dem justices are fighting to keep their seats in November! State courts are CRITICAL to a healthy democracy!
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BIG THANKS to the great @hcrichardson.bsky.social for taking the time to interview - and amplify - Georgia State Supreme Court candidates Miracle Rankin and Jen Jordan as they seek to win their elections on May 19th.
Let’s keep spreading the word!
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Let’s keep spreading the word!
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American Conversations: Georgia Supreme Court Candidates Jen Jordan & Miracle Rankin
YouTube video by Heather Cox Richardson
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May 10, 2026 at 1:05 AM
@hcrichardson.bsky.social's May 7th politics chat ended w/ discussing state courts. Georgia has a Supreme Court race on May 19th. In NC, our Supreme court & Court of Appeals Dem justices are fighting to keep their seats in November! State courts are CRITICAL to a healthy democracy!
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This article is such an amazing explainer for the landscape where I will be spending the next four years! Thank you, Bolts! #civilrights #federalism #statecourts
More than before, lawyers to protect civil rights will need state supreme courts to be hospitable to lawsuits that are increasingly dead on arrival at the federal level.
Explore Bolts' explainer: We lay out everything you need to know about these powerful institutions.
Explore Bolts' explainer: We lay out everything you need to know about these powerful institutions.
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About State Supreme Courts
Why these courts matter, how they work, and the levers for changing them: <i>Bolts</i> answers your questions on these powerful institutions.
boltsmag.org
December 1, 2024 at 6:42 PM
This article is such an amazing explainer for the landscape where I will be spending the next four years! Thank you, Bolts! #civilrights #federalism #statecourts
It is now up to federal courts & yes, STATE COURTS, to protect our democracy. They are critically important.
#statecourts #DemocracyInTheBalance #judicialracesmatter
#statecourts #DemocracyInTheBalance #judicialracesmatter
Luttig: It doesn’t matter what the Supreme Court does from this point forward. For two years, the Supreme Court has authorized the absolute lawlessness and unconstitutional activity of this president.
February 6, 2026 at 3:42 AM
It is now up to federal courts & yes, STATE COURTS, to protect our democracy. They are critically important.
#statecourts #DemocracyInTheBalance #judicialracesmatter
#statecourts #DemocracyInTheBalance #judicialracesmatter
Our state courts are simply non-negotiable. We must take back our courts. Learn more at the upcoming webinar!
"The Guardrails of our Democracy Run through out State Courts!"
#statecourts #nccourts #ncpol
Register here: ⬇️⬇️⬇️
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"The Guardrails of our Democracy Run through out State Courts!"
#statecourts #nccourts #ncpol
Register here: ⬇️⬇️⬇️
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July 11, 2026 at 8:57 PM
Our state courts are simply non-negotiable. We must take back our courts. Learn more at the upcoming webinar!
"The Guardrails of our Democracy Run through out State Courts!"
#statecourts #nccourts #ncpol
Register here: ⬇️⬇️⬇️
tinyurl.com/StateCourtsW...
"The Guardrails of our Democracy Run through out State Courts!"
#statecourts #nccourts #ncpol
Register here: ⬇️⬇️⬇️
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🎥 Judge Sara Walter Combs shares insights on how a unified justice system helps promote fair and equal justice throughout Kentucky. Learn more about the 1976 unification of Kentucky’s Judicial Branch in the full video: bit.ly/4d3xLvV #KentuckyHistory #StateCourts #America250 #50YearsofUnification
September 24, 2026 at 11:00 PM
🎥 Judge Sara Walter Combs shares insights on how a unified justice system helps promote fair and equal justice throughout Kentucky. Learn more about the 1976 unification of Kentucky’s Judicial Branch in the full video: bit.ly/4d3xLvV #KentuckyHistory #StateCourts #America250 #50YearsofUnification
NEW: The Pennsylvania Supreme Court expands pathways to legal parenthood, adopting the doctrine of "intent-based parentage" into state law. This is excellent news for same-sex couples and others who use IVF, ART, or have nontraditional families. www.pacourts.us/assets/opini...
March 20, 2025 at 3:31 PM
The First Monday of October is a good time to emphasize the importance of state courts and state constitutions. For most Americans, the only experience they’ll have with the judiciary will be with a state court. #StateCourts
October 7, 2024 at 12:18 PM
The First Monday of October is a good time to emphasize the importance of state courts and state constitutions. For most Americans, the only experience they’ll have with the judiciary will be with a state court. #StateCourts
🏀 Specialty Courts staff and participants in Harlan County took to the court with Harlan Recovery Services, showing how prosocial activities like sports can build connections and support a life in recovery. #RecoveryIsPossible #StateCourts #Kentucky
September 21, 2026 at 1:29 PM
🏀 Specialty Courts staff and participants in Harlan County took to the court with Harlan Recovery Services, showing how prosocial activities like sports can build connections and support a life in recovery. #RecoveryIsPossible #StateCourts #Kentucky
📢 Now hiring for multiple Court Designated Worker positions! 🔗Apply at kcoj.info/3TdCLY3
#KYJobs #StateCourts #CourtCareers
#KYJobs #StateCourts #CourtCareers
September 22, 2026 at 5:22 PM
📢 Now hiring for multiple Court Designated Worker positions! 🔗Apply at kcoj.info/3TdCLY3
#KYJobs #StateCourts #CourtCareers
#KYJobs #StateCourts #CourtCareers
TONIGHT! THERE IS STILL TIME TO REGISTER!
Our state courts are CRITICAL to a healthy, functioning democracy! Remember when Elon Musk tried to BUY a state Wisconsin Supreme Court seat? YEAH! State Courts are THAT IMPORTANT!
#StateCourts #ncpol #judges
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Our state courts are CRITICAL to a healthy, functioning democracy! Remember when Elon Musk tried to BUY a state Wisconsin Supreme Court seat? YEAH! State Courts are THAT IMPORTANT!
#StateCourts #ncpol #judges
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us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Our state courts are simply non-negotiable. We must take back our courts. Learn more at the upcoming webinar!
"The Guardrails of our Democracy Run through out State Courts!"
#statecourts #nccourts #ncpol
Register here: ⬇️⬇️⬇️
tinyurl.com/StateCourtsW...
"The Guardrails of our Democracy Run through out State Courts!"
#statecourts #nccourts #ncpol
Register here: ⬇️⬇️⬇️
tinyurl.com/StateCourtsW...
July 15, 2026 at 11:54 AM
TONIGHT! THERE IS STILL TIME TO REGISTER!
Our state courts are CRITICAL to a healthy, functioning democracy! Remember when Elon Musk tried to BUY a state Wisconsin Supreme Court seat? YEAH! State Courts are THAT IMPORTANT!
#StateCourts #ncpol #judges
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us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Our state courts are CRITICAL to a healthy, functioning democracy! Remember when Elon Musk tried to BUY a state Wisconsin Supreme Court seat? YEAH! State Courts are THAT IMPORTANT!
#StateCourts #ncpol #judges
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us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
California courts are stepping up to protect civil rights — even as federal protections face setbacks. See how state judges are making a difference. #AFJ #JusticeMatters #StateCourts #SocialJustice #ProtectDemocracy
afj.org/article/how-...
afj.org/article/how-...
April 21, 2025 at 9:48 PM
California courts are stepping up to protect civil rights — even as federal protections face setbacks. See how state judges are making a difference. #AFJ #JusticeMatters #StateCourts #SocialJustice #ProtectDemocracy
afj.org/article/how-...
afj.org/article/how-...
Paying court fines and fees is easy with ePay. Make secure payments online anytime on the Kentucky courts website. Get started at kcoj.info/ePay 💳⚖️ #StateCourts #Kentucky #CourtTechnology
September 23, 2026 at 1:16 PM
Paying court fines and fees is easy with ePay. Make secure payments online anytime on the Kentucky courts website. Get started at kcoj.info/ePay 💳⚖️ #StateCourts #Kentucky #CourtTechnology
September 10, 2025 at 3:58 PM
📢 #NowHiring for a Legal Assistant in Montgomery County! 🔗Apply at kcoj.info/4jgcjaH
#KYJobs #StateCourts #Law #CourtCareers
#KYJobs #StateCourts #Law #CourtCareers
September 21, 2026 at 6:42 PM
📢 #NowHiring for a Legal Assistant in Montgomery County! 🔗Apply at kcoj.info/4jgcjaH
#KYJobs #StateCourts #Law #CourtCareers
#KYJobs #StateCourts #Law #CourtCareers
📣 Kentucky Courts is now on Bluesky! Follow us to stay up to date on news, announcements and updates from the Kentucky Judicial Branch. You can also connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube, Nextdoor and X. #Kentucky #StateCourts #CourtNews
August 3, 2026 at 3:26 PM
📣 Kentucky Courts is now on Bluesky! Follow us to stay up to date on news, announcements and updates from the Kentucky Judicial Branch. You can also connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube, Nextdoor and X. #Kentucky #StateCourts #CourtNews
Do the MF's on the SCOTUS get it now?
He thinks he is the code. He thinks he is the law.
YOU NO LONGER MATTER.
Oh wait, we guess you knew that when you were paid by
Leonard Leo to look the other way on numerous things. 
#SCOTUS
#StateCourts
#AG
#SecretaryOfState 

He thinks he is the code. He thinks he is the law.
YOU NO LONGER MATTER.
Oh wait, we guess you knew that when you were paid by
Leonard Leo to look the other way on numerous things. 
#SCOTUS
#StateCourts
#AG
#SecretaryOfState 

BREAKING on MS NOW:
MS NOW White House reporter Laura Barrón-López has been denied entry to the White House despite the court order restoring press access.
MS NOW White House reporter Laura Barrón-López has been denied entry to the White House despite the court order restoring press access.
September 24, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Do the MF's on the SCOTUS get it now?
He thinks he is the code. He thinks he is the law.
YOU NO LONGER MATTER.
Oh wait, we guess you knew that when you were paid by
Leonard Leo to look the other way on numerous things. 
#SCOTUS
#StateCourts
#AG
#SecretaryOfState 

He thinks he is the code. He thinks he is the law.
YOU NO LONGER MATTER.
Oh wait, we guess you knew that when you were paid by
Leonard Leo to look the other way on numerous things. 
#SCOTUS
#StateCourts
#AG
#SecretaryOfState 

Don't forget about AFJ's too! www.afj.org/statecourts/
The more the merrier to raise awareness about the importance of state courts!
The more the merrier to raise awareness about the importance of state courts!
State supreme courts are essential these days to maintaining rights in light of the federal courts. They’re also a key part of developing any sort of progressive legal vision. Here’s a must-bookmark @bolts.bsky.social comprehensive guide to those state high courts.
Your State-by-State Guide to Every State Supreme Court - Bolts
From Washington Courts/Facebook Every state and territory has its own supreme court and every supreme court has tremendous power over legal cases and public policy within its borders—but the resembl...
boltsmag.org
August 22, 2023 at 6:41 PM
Don't forget about AFJ's too! www.afj.org/statecourts/
The more the merrier to raise awareness about the importance of state courts!
The more the merrier to raise awareness about the importance of state courts!
Just published a new piece @statecourtreport.bsky.social on a constitutional showdown among justices for control of the #Arkansas Supreme Court. tinyurl.com/456vmnm9 #statecourts
Justices Battle for Control of the Arkansas Supreme Court
A series of disagreements — and resulting disciplinary investigations — threaten to undermine the public’s trust in the court.
tinyurl.com
February 18, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Just published a new piece @statecourtreport.bsky.social on a constitutional showdown among justices for control of the #Arkansas Supreme Court. tinyurl.com/456vmnm9 #statecourts
We watched as Wisconsin made headlines this week with its state supreme court race. It won't be the last.
WI is one of dozens of states that hold elections to either select or retain their judges – does yours? Find out and see when the next election is: afj.org/statecourts/
WI is one of dozens of states that hold elections to either select or retain their judges – does yours? Find out and see when the next election is: afj.org/statecourts/
State Courts Hub - Alliance for Justice
afj.org
April 3, 2025 at 4:45 PM
We watched as Wisconsin made headlines this week with its state supreme court race. It won't be the last.
WI is one of dozens of states that hold elections to either select or retain their judges – does yours? Find out and see when the next election is: afj.org/statecourts/
WI is one of dozens of states that hold elections to either select or retain their judges – does yours? Find out and see when the next election is: afj.org/statecourts/
A 🧵on state court clerkships:
Considering a judicial clerkship?
Don't let the federal spotlight blind you to the powerhouse opportunities waiting in state supreme and appellate courts!
#AppellateSky #SkyLaw #StateCourts #clerkships
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Considering a judicial clerkship?
Don't let the federal spotlight blind you to the powerhouse opportunities waiting in state supreme and appellate courts!
#AppellateSky #SkyLaw #StateCourts #clerkships
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May 5, 2025 at 4:18 PM
A 🧵on state court clerkships:
Considering a judicial clerkship?
Don't let the federal spotlight blind you to the powerhouse opportunities waiting in state supreme and appellate courts!
#AppellateSky #SkyLaw #StateCourts #clerkships
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Considering a judicial clerkship?
Don't let the federal spotlight blind you to the powerhouse opportunities waiting in state supreme and appellate courts!
#AppellateSky #SkyLaw #StateCourts #clerkships
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BREAKING: State courts win! 🎉
Connecticut unanimously passed the judicial nominations transparency bill!
The Pro-People Judiciary Coalition, led by PPP UConn, championed the bill which makes CT's judicial nominations process the most transparent in the nation.
#StateCourts #CTPol
Connecticut unanimously passed the judicial nominations transparency bill!
The Pro-People Judiciary Coalition, led by PPP UConn, championed the bill which makes CT's judicial nominations process the most transparent in the nation.
#StateCourts #CTPol
June 4, 2025 at 12:24 AM
BREAKING: State courts win! 🎉
Connecticut unanimously passed the judicial nominations transparency bill!
The Pro-People Judiciary Coalition, led by PPP UConn, championed the bill which makes CT's judicial nominations process the most transparent in the nation.
#StateCourts #CTPol
Connecticut unanimously passed the judicial nominations transparency bill!
The Pro-People Judiciary Coalition, led by PPP UConn, championed the bill which makes CT's judicial nominations process the most transparent in the nation.
#StateCourts #CTPol
He was not convicted in either Federal Court or Florida Statecourts.
I wish he had been.
I wish he had been.
July 25, 2026 at 12:03 AM
He was not convicted in either Federal Court or Florida Statecourts.
I wish he had been.
I wish he had been.
September 27, 2025 at 6:24 PM