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Being a little bit of a provocateur is a good thing for the judiciary.

Chief Judge of the New York Court of Appeals Jonathan Lippman, on one of the roles of a judge. Lippman is the brain behind many ideas that have upended the court system nationwide including legal aid for the poor and drug courts.

Chief Judge of the New York Court of Appeals Jonathan Lippman, on one of the roles of a judge. Lippman is the brain behind many ideas that have upended the court system nationwide including legal aid for the poor and drug courts.

Daniel Luzer is GOVERNING's news editor.