Judge Bernstein and Rose Bird
Much has been made of my critical comments about Chief Justice Rose Elizabeth Bird, which appeared in the last edition of the American Lawyer.
I believe it important to clarify the criticism that was never directed at the chief justice in her judicial role. I believe Rose Elizabeth Bird to be a great chief justice. I am critical of her political ineptitude. She has attempted a statewide campaign without a campaign manager because she is not a “manageable” person; that may be the very quality that makes her a great chief justice.
FLORENCE BERNSTEIN
Judge, Superior Court
Appellate Department
Los Angeles
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