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When the Supreme Court moved to Washington in 1800, it was provided with no books, which probably accounts for the high
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"When the Supreme Court moved to Washington in 1800, it was provided with no books, which probably accounts for the high quality of early opinions"

- Robert Jackson

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This quote by Robert Jackson is a humorous method of highlighting the significance of expertise and also study in the lawful profession. By noting that the Supreme Court had no books when it relocated to Washington in 1800, Jackson indicates that the quality of the very early viewpoints was because of the justices having to count on their very own expertise as well as experience. This is a reminder that the lawful occupation is not almost remembering laws and also precedents, but likewise about having a deep understanding of the law and also its ramifications. Jackson's quote likewise serves as a tip that the top quality of lawful opinions is not almost having access to the most up to date books and also resources, however likewise about having the understanding as well as experience to analyze the regulation in a purposeful way.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Robert Jackson between February 13, 1892 and October 9, 1954. He/she was a famous Statesman from USA. The author also have 13 other quotes.

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