81.   He said the judicial system needed to be depoliticized because judges are now appointed by Congress.

82.   He says he would refuse to apply litmus tests in appointing only judges who oppose abortion.

83.   He remained in serious condition Tuesday, and officials said they were looking into the possibility of appointing another judge as temporary replacement for him while he recovers.

84.   In his confirmation hearing, Ashcroft denounced racial discrimination and pointed out that he set a record as Missouri governor for appointing black judges.

85.   In his speech Friday, Sharif said the Supreme Court has the right to appoint judges, but he warned the high court against intervening in Parliament.

86.   It is pending approval by President Leonel Fernandez, who forms part of the seven-member council charged with appointing new judges.

87.   Judges are appointed for life unless they commit a crime, abuse their position or are appointed by the government to another post.

88.   Judges are appointed for life unless they commit a crime or abuse their position.

89.   Judges are now appointed by the king at the recommendation of the prime minister and chief justice.

90.   Palestinian officials also confirmed Thursday that five judges have been appointed to a special military court that will try militants suspected of involvement in attacks on Israelis.