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Such a prostitution of judicial power can never occur again under the shadow of the British law, for no jury within the
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"Such a prostitution of judicial power can never occur again under the shadow of the British law, for no jury within the wide circle of the empire would submit to such an infraction of their privilege, even if a judge could be found daring enough to attempt it"

- Joseph Howe

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This quote by Joseph Howe speaks with the power of the jury system in the British Empire. Howe is asserting that the jury system is so effective that it would never enable a judge to abuse their power and infringe upon the rights of the jury. He is saying that no jury would submit to such an infraction of their opportunity, even if a judge was found to be daring sufficient to attempt it. This quote speaks to the value of the jury system in the British Empire and how it works as a check on the power of the judiciary. It likewise speaks with the value of the jury system in securing the rights of people and guaranteeing that justice is served. Howe's quote is a reminder of the importance of the jury system in safeguarding the rights of citizens and making sure that justice is served.

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Canada Flag This quote is written / told by Joseph Howe between December 13, 1804 and June 1, 1873. He/she was a famous Politician from Canada. The author also have 6 other quotes.

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