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Tri-City Herald (Kennewick, WA)

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Byline: Kristin M. Kraemer

Jun. 23--Justice Mary Fairhurst is amazed that a large number of people cannot recall the three branches of government, but without hesitation can give the names of The Three Stooges. The findings from a national survey highlight just how important it is for American citizens to have a better understanding of their judicial system and believe it is treating them fairly and respectfully, she said Thursday. So the Washington state Supreme Court justice and her colleagues on the Public Trust and Confidence Committee are taking incremental steps in an effort to educate the public. "Be the change you want to see in the world," Fairhurst told an audience at the…

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