TD profiles of the candidates.
"Ruggles said her life experiences as a mother have helped prepare her to serve as district judge in cases involving juveniles. “Being a parent gives me a better perspective of what our young people are facing. As district judge, I will have a positive impact on the young people who appear before me.”"
I'm not in Colbert County, but whether or not a candidate had reproduced wouldn't be a factor in my vote in any race. My goodness, Alabama politics are dirty. I'll admit I was surprised after moving here that judges were elected, not appointed. It just seems like a good way for people to ensure future favors, should they need them.
Carry on.
