Johnston: Sarah Stewart’s stance as SGA president raises questions about her conservative values

As the race for Alabama Chief Justice heats up between Sarah Stewart and Bryan Taylor, we wonder about the future of our state Supreme Court. We have enjoyed conservative leadership for many years. Now, do we know where the candidates stand? I have known and worked with Mr. Taylor for years and know him to be a judicial and social conservative, but I am concerned about Justice Stewart.  Her apparent support from plaintiffs’ trial lawyers—a voting block historically aligned with the liberal Democrat Party—ought to concern every Republican voter. The trial lawyers have given her hundreds of thou