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Can a Court be a shield against the proud oppressor when a daring leader can crush them with his nod?
Said by
David Daggett
Federalist · Connecticut

Editor's note · Context

Daggett questions the ability of courts to protect citizens from tyranny if they are led by weak leaders.

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