In a recent conversation at her Greenwich, Connecticut home, television personality and former family court judge Judy Sheindlin offered a candid perspective on the state of the United States. While Sheindlin noted she has stepped away from endorsing political candidates, she remains firm in her belief that America is the most successful nation in the world.
Addressing those critical of the country, the 83-year-old jurist was blunt: “If you don’t like this country, go somewhere else.” She argued that individuals who wish to fundamentally alter the nation should seek out countries that already offer the systems they desire. For Sheindlin, American greatness is rooted in a capitalist model that prioritizes excellence, entrepreneurship, and innovation, citing historical achievements ranging from the polio vaccine to modern advancements in artificial intelligence.
The former judge also weighed in on the issue of political leadership, suggesting that the ideal age for public office holders falls between 50 and 75. She expressed reservations about electing an 84-year-old president, noting that she prefers leaders who have accumulated significant life experience before taking office. Her commentary comes in the context of recent presidential history; President Biden was 82 at the end of his 2024 term, while President Trump reached age 80 during his own term.
Reflecting on her past political involvement, Sheindlin shared that she has only publicly supported two candidates—Michael Bloomberg and Nikki Haley—both of whom were unsuccessful in their primary bids. She described modern politics as a “disgusting business” and claimed that the scrutiny of the internet and media often discourages highly qualified individuals from entering public service. She noted that she does not expect to be asked for future endorsements given the loss of her past picks.
On the subject of the judiciary, Sheindlin admitted she had not spent much time analyzing Supreme Court term limits, though she acknowledged the inherent complexities of lifetime appointments. She suggested that, as with any role, there is a necessary time to step aside. “You always have to know when to say goodbye,” she remarked.
Sheindlin is currently marking the 30th anniversary of her long-running television program, which was recently celebrated with a 90-minute CBS retrospective featuring figures such as Steven Spielberg, Samuel L. Jackson, Amy Poehler, and RuPaul Charles. She attributes the enduring success of her show to her decades of real-world experience, having spent 25 of her 40 years in the legal profession working within the family court system.
The television star drew a distinction between her background and that of other celebrities who venture into social or political commentary without legal expertise. She dismissed those attempts as “amusing,” stating she prefers to stay in her lane. “Just as I would not comment on whether or not the United States should continue to build nuclear weapons or ICBM missiles, or I wouldn’t comment on who should be the next fed chair,” she explained. “Because I know nothing about it.” The report also notes that president Trump turned 80 on June 14 and has two years left on his term. The report also notes that that’s 25 years of great talent,” she says. “And I don’t see why we have to mess around with somebody growing up in office or somebody dying. The report also notes that both failed to win their respective party’s nomination. The report also notes that sheindlin believes that people who could help the country don’t want to deal with the “daily colonoscopy” of the internet digging into potentially embarrassing details of their background. The report also notes that i agreed to put my money where my mouth was and come out and support them,” she says of her past endorsements. “I don’t think anybody’s going to ask me again because my two candidates lost. The report also notes that in thinking about what she hopes for this next year (Sheindlin will turn 84 on Oct. The report also notes that 21), the TV personality responds with “peace. The report also notes that she then moves into territory that sounds far less pollyanna.
