Candidatos: Helen L. Halpert

6 octubre, 2016

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CANDIDATOS	Helen L. Halpert
1. What position are you running for?	Incumbent and Candidate Position 31, King County Superior Court
1. Para que posicion se postula?	Titular y Candidata, Posicion 31, Tribunal Superior del Condado King
2. Why do you think Hispanics should know about the position you are running for?	King County Superior Court hears a wide variety of cases: civil, criminal, family law, juvenile and mental health. Excellent judges are needed to resolve these cases justly and fairly.
3. Why are you running for this position?	I have presided over all types of cases and am a recognized court leader. I am excited to continue in my job and to continue to contribute to our community.
4. For the Hispanic community, what do you view to be the most important agenda items you will take action on if you get elected?	A judge must consider all the consequences of a ruling, be sensitive to issues of explicit and implicit bias, and be committed to applying the law fairly in all cases.
5. Any additional message you wish to share with the Hispanic Voter?	I was honored to receive the highest possible rating from the Latina/o Bar Association of Washington. I am endorsed by The Honorable Veronica Alicea Galván, among other Hispanic community leaders.
5. Tiene algun mensaje especial que desee compartir con los votantes Hispanos?	Tuve el honor de recibir la máxima puntuación posible de la Asociación Latina/o de Abogados de Washington. Estoy siendo respaldado por la Honorable Veronica Alicea Galván, entre otros líderes de la comunidad hispana.