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Judge Lasher's video submitted to the Petoskey Chamber of Commerce

Keep Judge Angela Lasher - Spot 1- 10-15

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Keep Judge Angela Lasher - Spot 2- 10-15

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Veterans Court Judge Lasher talks to Attorney and Navy veteran Bryan Klawuhn.

Petoskey’s own, Carlin Smith, endorses the incumbent, Angela J Lasher, for 90th District Court Judge

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Judge Lasher's discussion with Corinne Koury from the Emmet County prosecutor's office. Part 1 of 3

Part 1 of 3. “I recently sat down with Corinne Koury for a conversation about my campaign to remain the 90th District Court judge. Corinne and I have known each other for about 14 years. She is a former co-worker at the prosecutor’s office and, more importantly, a good friend. Please join us as we discuss the campaign in 3 separate videos. The first details the workings of a district court, the second deals with experience and we discuss partisanship in the last video. As always, if you have any questions, please email the campaign. Thank you!”

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Judge Lasher's discussion with Corinne Koury from the Emmet County prosecutor's office. Part 2 of 3

Part 2 of 3. “In part 2 of 3, I continued my campaign conversation with my former colleague and friend, Corinne Koury. She asked if I think this race should be about experience. I absolutely do. It has been a rewarding and very busy year and I am the only candidate for 90th District Judge that has judicial experience. Yes, experience matters, the RIGHT EXPERIENCE matters. District Court experience matters for your 90th District Court Judge.”

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Judge Lasher's discussion with Corinne Koury from the Emmet County prosecutor's office. Part 3 of 3

Part 3 of 3. “In my third and last conversation with Corinne Koury, she inquires about the long and extensive appointment process I went through for my judgeship and whether or not politics should enter this election. I want to thank Corinne for facilitating these informative discussions to explain many of the questions I have received about the details of my job as your 90th District Court Judge.”

Watch the entire 90th District Court Judge Candidate Forum with Robert Banner and Judge Angela Lasher recorded October 1, 2020.

Timeline for video

5:39 Angela’s intro
7:50 Question 1 - What are the most important qualities of being a district court judge?
10:44 Question 2 - Per the Governor’s recent task force and related report regarding too many offenders being incarcerated, should the state reduce jail population even if crimes are committed at the same rate?
14:49 Question 3 - What are the greatest barriers to effective court access due to financial constraints on citizens and what steps should the court take to improve them?
18:22 Question 4 - For litigants with no attorney, how does a district court judge balance fair proceedings without giving legal advice from the bench?
22:00 Question 5 - Describe a situation where you have taken a controversial position that angered or offended someone and how did you handle it?
25:49 Question 6 - A majority of those incarcerated at the Emmet County jail are suffering from mental health issues that have manifested into substance abuse issues. What can you do from the bench to assist with substance use disorder?
29:32 Question 7 - What is your view of the efficacy of treatment courts?
33:14 Question 8 - How common is it that individuals stay incarcerated because they can’t meet the demands of bail and are the current practices consistent with the 8th Amendment regarding bail?
37:06 Question 9 - what is your opinion on the value of restorative practices?
40:39 Question 10 - If you ruled the world, what is the one thing you would change in our justice system?
44:10 Closing statements