Courts, the New Digital Media and Public Opinion: What Do You as a Court Leader Need to Know?

<p>In today&#39;s highly polarized political climate, courts must be prepared to face not only criticism inside the courtroom, but also relentless scrutiny in the court of public opinion. </p><p>This month, we look at increasingly aggressive public behavior against judges and court staff. Are all we prepared<em>? Does using the criminal justice system ever turn into revenge?</em> </p><p> <em><strong>Today’s Panel</strong></em></p><p> <strong>TJ BeMent</strong>, Court Administrator for the 10th Judicial Administrative District in Athens, Georgia</p><p><strong>Christine Christopherson</strong>, Director, Judicial College, Administrative Office of Courts, Montgomery, Alabama</p><p><strong>Paul Flemming,</strong> Director, Supreme Court Public Information Office, Tallahassee, Florida</p><p><strong>Tate Wooding</strong>, Director of Public Relations, Franklin County Municipal Clerk of Court, Columbus, Ohio</p><p>Become part of the Conversation. Submit your comments and questions to: <a href="mailto:CLAPodcast@nacmnet.org">CLAPodcast@nacmnet.org</a></p><p> </p><p></p>