I am a foster parent in Lincoln County. I see first hand the impact a judge has on children in the foster care system and in our community. We as a community need to elect pro-tem Judge Amanda Benjamin to the Lincoln County Circuit Court.
I have seen Amanda Benjamin’s knowledge, integrity, and compassion first hand. It is clear that she truly cares about foster children and families. When Benjamin officiated over the adoption of my daughter, she didn’t just speak to her, she listened to her. From that moment on, in our house, she is known as “my Judge” by my daughter.
I have also seen Amanda Benjamin preside over criminal cases. She treats each person with respect no matter the reason they are in her courtroom. Her ability to show kindness, respect and fairness to all is a characteristic that is so important in the judicial role.
Amanda Benjamin won’t be listed as the incumbent on your ballot, but she is the candidate who took over for circuit Judge Pauline Sanders in early 2019 and she continues to handle the cases that were Sanders’. I invite you to ask those who appear in front of Judge Benjamin whether she deserves our votes. If you do, I’m confident you will join me in voting for Amanda Benjamin for Circuit Court Judge position 2 this November.
