US must uphold judges’ right to speak freely about race and gender bias: rights expert

voiced serious concerns that a Supreme Court Justice in the state of North Carolina, Anita Earls, was investigated for comments made regarding the potential role that implicit biases based on race, gender, and political affiliation can play in the Court’s decision-making.

“Like other citizens, judges are entitled to freedom of expression, provided they conduct themselves in a way that preserves…