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COPYRIGHT 2003 Las Vegas Review-Journal
BYLINE: JANE ANN MORRISON, REVIEW-JOURNAL
Seven attorneys -- six Republicans and one Democrat -- each think they should be the next Municipal judge in Department 6.
Lillian Davis believes it's because she's lived here the longest and is a known commodity with support from seniors.
Bill Gonzalez, a public defender, has numerous endorsements and hopes the ones he received from police will show voters he's fair-minded.
Bill Henderson, making his seventh bid for a judgeship, believes he'll be helped by name recognition and his television ads featuring his dog Benny. He also contends being the lone Democrat might work to his advantage, even in this nonpartisan race.
Stefany Miley is emphasizing her involvement in women's and children's issues, including her draft of a safe haven bill for unwanted babies.
Gary Pulliam is relying on his experience as a trial attorney, prosecutor, defense attorney and administrator, plus his legal work for the U.S. Air Force.
Abbi Silver, generally considered the front-runner, believes her experience as a prosecutor for 13 years, combined with her name identification, could bring her victory.
L. Jordan Weinsteen believes that in a low turnout election, his conservative Republican credentials will serve him well.
The Department 6 seat was held by Jessie Walsh, who won a District Court race in November.
One of the seven could win outright by winning more than half the votes cast, although that's more difficult with a crowded field. Without a primary victory when votes are tallied April 8, the two top vote-getters advance to the June 3 general election.
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