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SENTINELTwo Broward circuit judges face rare challenges in electionTopix: Sentinel CommentsInterviews by Tonya Alanez. Copyright 2008 Sun Sentinel.Group 3: Judge Pedro DijolsWhat sets you apart from your opponents?I think it's experience ... as a prosecutor and an assistant statewide prosecutor and somebody who successfully ran a private law practice. I think you also want someone who understands we have a truly diverse population. And I think the people in our community, our citizens, want a judiciary that reflects its community. More importantly, they want a judiciary that can appreciate the diversity.What is the key to being a successful judge?Treat people the way you want to be treated, number one. Two, follow the law. Make sure the law is applied equally to everybody...continue to full post

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