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Once a man has been appointed to judicial office nothing must stand in the way of his complete independence of mind.
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Harold J. Laski
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gutenberg.orgHarold J. Laski: “Once a man has been appointed to judicial office nothing must stand in the way of his complete independence of mind.”
Editor's note · Context
This statement underscores the need for judges to maintain their independence after appointment.
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