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I considered it should be done by giving stringency to the existing law, but not by abolishing the right to be tried before being imprisoned.
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John Morley
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gutenberg.orgI considered it should be done by giving stringency to the existing law, but not by abolishing the right to be tried before being imprisoned.
Morley emphasizes the importance of maintaining legal rights even in times of crisis.
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