Which of the following is a criticism of the partisan process of electing judges in Texas?

A) Individuals running in partisan elections are generally more qualified.
B) Judges elected in partisan elections do not often advertise their qualifications to voters.
C) Financial contributions to judicial campaigns often come from those who have business with the court.
D) Partisan elections are an efficient and quick way to select judges.
E) Most Texans support the existing constitutional structures for selecting judges.


Answer: C

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