In Anglo-Saxon communities it has been regarded as elementary that the interpretation of law should be entrusted to an independent body of officials--the judges--who can arbitrate impartially between government and citizens.
Laski advocates for an independent judiciary to ensure impartiality in the interpretation of law between the government and its citizens.
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