The article from Il Giornale examines the practices of the High Council of the Judiciary (CSM) in Italy, highlighting a concerning pattern where judges with questionable pasts are often given favorable evaluations. Despite numerous incidents of misconduct, such as granting privileges to inmates in maximum security prisons and conflicts of interest involving political figures, the CSM overwhelmingly decides in favor of positive evaluations, leading to a near-100% promotion rate. This systemic leniency raises eyebrows regarding the integrity of judicial evaluations and promotions.

Moreover, the article points out specific examples of misconduct that have been seemingly overlooked by the CSM, including judges who have improperly assigned case files to themselves and facilitated questionable deals between politicians and business interests. These instances illustrate a troubling disregard for accountability within the judiciary, as the council consistently pushes for the advancement of judges regardless of their past actions.

The implications of this behavior are significant, as they undermine public trust in the judicial system. The persistent leniency exhibited by the CSM not only impacts the careers of individual judges but also reflects a broader trend of complacency within the judiciary that could have far-reaching consequences for the rule of law in Italy.