Partisan Bias
/ˈpɑːrtnɪzən ˈbaɪəs/
Definitions
- (n.) A tendency to favor one party, ideology, or side over others, often affecting impartiality in legal or political contexts.
The judge was criticized for exhibiting partisan bias in the ruling, compromising the case's fairness.
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- partisan bias
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Commentary
Partisan bias is crucial in legal settings to assess the fairness of decisions, requiring careful evaluation to ensure impartiality in adjudication or political processes.
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