NEW YORK CITY — Being a judge is widely considered more than a job by many in the judiciary. In fact, some would even call it a privilege.

That said, being on the bench carries immense responsibilities and getting to that point is a challenging journey.

The process of vetting judicial candidates has changed significantly over the last few decades, specifically for those seeking Democratic backing to get into the New York Supreme Court, Civil Court and Surrogate’s Court.

Martin Edelman, chairman of the Judicial Screening Committee for the Kings County Democratic Party, spoke exclusively to the Brooklyn Eagle about the process.

New York City Council member Al Vann argues for the renaming of a Brooklyn street for former community leader and activist Sonny Carson, before a council vote on

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