Judge Birdie Hairston Jamison gets hugs from well-wishers following her appearance before the judicial selection committees last Friday.
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Judge defends record
Embattled Judge Birdie Hairston Jamison defended her record on the Richmond General District Court and urged skeptical legislators to re-elect her to a new term.