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JW Supporters Ask the Editor With this issue of the Judicial Watch newsletter, we begin answering questions and publishing comments from readers. The questions and answers that follow represent several of the most common questions and comments we receive, and are thus not attributed to specific supporters. In the next issue, we will publish specific letters and encourage you to participate in this interactive-communication. If I am aware of particular incidents of government corruption, may I contact Judicial Watch with information? Of course, we receive calls from informants and concerned citizens every day and they are welcomed. In fact, the majority of new cases and leads on existing cases come from calls and letters to Judicial Watch. Our staff of investigators review every piece of potential evidence and recognize that some citizens - understandably - don't feel comfortable contacting government law enforcement agencies. Callers are assured of confidentiality and people with a desire to contact us even more discreetly can email us through our Internet web site at www.confidentialwitness.org. Judicial Watch is called the nation's only true "Independent Counsel." Does that mean you can put corrupt politicians in jail? Politicians, government officials, lawyers and judges are all susceptible to corrupting influences. As long as the Attorney General answers to the President and numerous other criminal prosecuting authorities at various levels have to seek election or appointment by political officials, there will be no independence. Due to the nature of our American criminal justice system, we cannot criminally prosecute corrupt individuals directly. Our work is focused on independent investigations, providing legal protection for witnesses fearful of powerful government officials, building public awareness of the crimes, pressing (sometimes through legal actions against government prosecuting attorneys who refuse to do their job) for Justice Department or other prosecuting agency action and finally, through civil litigation to recover damages from those who have wronged our nation as a whole or damaged individuals. JW has enjoyed success employing this strategy. It was Judicial Watch's actions that resulted in the ultimate ruling the President Clinton had committed a crime. We count more than 60 other advances among our successes. These were documented in the special August/September issue of the newsletter and reprints are available by calling our office at (202) 646-5172, or by visiting our internet site, www.judicialwatch.org. May I visit Judicial Watch headquarters? While about the only thing here to see is our staff busy at work at our crowded national offices in Washington, D.C. (just offices, conference rooms, a library, etc.), we welcome your visit and are encouraged by the affection you share. If possible, please call to let us know of your plans in advance so that we may make preparations. Does Judicial Watch accept volunteer help? Yes, in fact, in our regional offices volunteers play key roles and there is much that you can do to support our work in the fight against government corruption. To get involved, contact national headquarters in Washington, or to get involved with our Southern California) office, call 626-287-4540. For involvement in Dallas, Texas, call 214-739-7188 or in Miami, Florida, call 305-349-2391. We always appreciate hearing from you! Mail your letters and questions to us at JW Newsletter Editor, 501 School Street, SW, Suite 725, Washington, D.C. 20024 or via email to info@judicialwatch.org.
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