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Justice Ann Walsh Bradley on the courts, law and politics

Former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Ann Walsh Bradley reflects on serving on the state's high court for 30 years and how growing influence of partisan politics has affected its work and influence.

By Zac Schultz | Here & Now

July 9, 2025

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Ann Walsh Bradley on serving on the Wisconsin Supreme Court for 30 years.

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