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The heightened public clamor resulting from radio and television coverage will inevitably result in prejudice.
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"The heightened public clamor resulting from radio and television coverage will inevitably result in prejudice. Trial by television is, therefore, foreign to our system"

- Tom C. Clark

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This quote by Tom C. Clark is describing the impact of media protection on the public's understanding of a trial. He is recommending that the increased protection of trials on radio and television can lead to a heightened public shout, which can lead to bias. This bias can be based upon the media's representation of the trial, rather than the realities of the case. Clark is highlighting that trial by tv is not part of our legal system, which the public must not be swayed by media protection. He is suggesting that the general public should rely on the realities of the case, instead of the media's analysis of the trial. This quote is a pointer that the media can have a powerful influence on popular opinion, which it is important to be aware of this when forming opinions about a trial.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Tom C. Clark between September 23, 1899 and June 13, 1977. He/she was a famous Politician from USA. The author also have 2 other quotes.

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