Rep. Brendan Williams considering Supreme Court bid
Brad Shannon at the Olympian has this story about Rep. Brendan Williams considering a run against Justice Jim Johnson, who is up for re-election. Williams is leaving the state legislature this year after three terms. Here is what he had to say about a Supreme Court bid:
Here are Williams' comments:
There has been a draft effort that some of my colleagues put together. Candidly, it's not something I had thought of prior to their efforts. However, having clerked at the Supreme Court for 2 1/2 years and being very familiar with the work of justice, it's something I'll look into.
I think I'm going to consult with some folks who are interesting in reforming the court and who are frustrated with the fact that there is at least one member of the court who is beholden to special interests and see what their thoughts are about my getting into a race.
I think there are a lot of people who observe the court's work and are frustrated with the rulings by some members regarding consumer protection and looking out for people's interests instead of special interests that fund people’s campaigns.
How about you follow the United States Constitution as well as the WA State Constitution and forget about special interests all together. Mr. Williams you did not do that when you presented and voted on bills that YOUR SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS wanted in the legislature. You would be a PATHETIC justice and would muck the court with your self. Please don't attempt to run, or we would have to let everyone know what you really stand for. The truth will be told Mr. Williams.