Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 10 hours ago

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Most people don’t realize this👇

State courts hear 90–95% of all cases in the U.S. ⚖️

And while there’s plenty of debate about how to select judges, most states — 42, according to the latest data on Ballotpedia — hold elections for at least some state court judges. 🗳️ So when you skip that part of the ballot, you’re skipping the courts that handle custody, housing, safety, and everyday justice in your community.

Check their record. Use nonpartisan voter guides. Ask around. ✅ Because state judges aren’t just names on a ballot — they’re deciding your rights.

Learn more about why your vote matters in our nonpartisan course at duke.is/civics!

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