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You know what to do. HE IS NOT ON Facebook. He will only see emails. Please put your city and state below your signature in the email. Emojis here will Not let him feel our support. 100 emails will. Email addy>>>>AO_OJI@ao.uscourts.gov In Praise of Judge Richard Myers: A Defender of Democracy and the Rule of Law. In an era where political polarization too often distorts the foundations of our democracy, U.S. Chief District Judge Richard Myers has taken a courageous and principled stand to uphold the integrity of the electoral process and preserve the rule of law in North Carolina. His recent ruling, ordering the North Carolina State Board of Elections to certify Democrat Allison Riggs as the rightful winner of the 2024 state Supreme Court election, demonstrates a steadfast commitment to judicial impartiality, constitutional fidelity, and democratic legitimacy. Judge Myers’s decision cuts through the fog of post-election litigation, in which attempts to cast doubt on legally cast ballots threatened to undermine public trust in democratic outcomes. By rejecting a prior state Supreme Court ruling that jeopardized thousands of ballots, many from overseas voters and others unfairly targeted due to technical ambiguities, Judge Myers reaffirmed a bedrock principle of American law: that every eligible vote must be counted, and every voter deserves the equal protection of the law. His ruling is especially vital given the nature of the ballots in question. Overseas voters, including members of the military and U.S. citizens residing abroad, have long faced unique hurdles in accessing the ballot box. Stripping their votes over arbitrary technicalities or subjective interpretations of voter intent would not only disenfranchise these citizens but also betray the democratic values they often serve to defend. In standing firm against political pressure and judicial overreach, Judge Richard Myers has reminded the nation that courts must be the guardians of law, not tools of expedience or ideology. His decision restores confidence in the independence of the judiciary and sends a clear message: the sanctity of the vote must never be sacrificed on the altar of partisan advantage. History will look back on this moment as one in which judicial integrity helped steer democracy back onto stable ground. For that, Judge Myers deserves deep gratitude, not just from North Carolinians, but from all Americans who believe in free, fair, and lawful elections. Dear Judge Myers, I write to extend my deepest and most sincere gratitude for your recent ruling in the matter of the 2024 North Carolina Supreme Court election. By ordering the State Board of Elections to certify Allison Riggs as the duly elected justice and rejecting the ballot challenges presented by Jefferson Griffin, you have not only rendered a sound and constitutionally faithful legal judgment, you have also taken a profound stand in defense of the rule of law and the sanctity of our democratic process. In a time when electoral institutions are frequently undermined by political pressure and misinformation, your decision serves as a critical affirmation that our courts remain steadfast protectors of justice, equity, and constitutional order. You demonstrated the courage to look beyond partisan interest and political noise, and instead focused on what truly matters: the protection of every lawful vote and the preservation of public trust in our democracy. Your thoughtful ruling rightly recognized that thousands of voters, many of them overseas citizens, should not be disenfranchised over technicalities or arbitrary interpretations of eligibility. By doing so, you reaffirmed the enduring principle that every voice in our democracy must be heard and counted, regardless of geography or circumstance. You defended not just the rights of these individuals but the credibility of the democratic system itself. Your decision reflects the highest standards of judicial integrity, restraint, and fidelity to the Constitution. Even in granting a one-week stay to allow for appeal, you demonstrated a deep respect for due process and the careful balancing of legal interests, a mark of true judicial leadership. Judge Myers, your work in this case has strengthened our faith in the judiciary and reminded us that, even in moments of legal and political uncertainty, the rule of law can and must prevail. Thank you for your service, your integrity, and your unwavering commitment to justice. With great respect and appreciation, David Piekarczyk Sleepy Hollow, Illinois