Provide Examples of How Judges May Use Nonlegal Reasons in Their

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Essay

Provide examples of how judges may use nonlegal reasons in their judicial decisions. Do you feel that these examples are fair or not? Explain your answer.

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Definitions:

Foreign Trade

The exchange of goods, services, and capital between countries, crossing national borders.

Great Depression

A severe worldwide economic downturn that took place during the 1930s, leading to widespread unemployment and poverty.

Stock Market Speculation

The act of trading stocks, commodities, or other financial instruments with the aim of making profits from short-term fluctuations in their prices, often involving high risk.

Protective Tariffs

Tariffs imposed on imports to protect domestic industries from foreign competition by increasing the cost of imported goods.