Sonoma County Superior Court Judge James G. Bertoli received a public admonishment from the California Commission on Judicial Performance for his involvement in a controversial effort to block the renaming of his high school, Analy High School, after it merged with El Molino High School. The school board temporarily renamed the combined institution West County High School, sparking significant local unrest, including protests and lawsuits. For about eight months, Judge Bertoli actively campaigned to preserve the Analy name, participating in events and promoting his stance on social media. His role raised concerns about the appearance of impropriety, as he was often identified in the media as a sitting judge, suggesting he was using his judicial position to support the alumni association’s efforts.
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