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Spending in 2004 Race Pushes Benjamin to Use Public Financing

Brent Benjamin was first elected to the West Virginia Supreme Court in 2004 during a race that became known for the influence of outside spending.At the…

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Justice Benjamin to Use Public Funds for 2016 Re-election Bid

A West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals candidate has officially announced he will use public campaign financing in his re-election bid.Justice Brent…

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Study: 87% of Americans believe campaign donations influence court decisions

A national poll conducted by a nonpartisan think tank and a justice advocacy group shows more and more Americans believe campaign spending on judicial…

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