Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 4, 2013
This is not a cost to society, but, rather, a transfer to the injured party.
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Jerry Nadler
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Nadler clarifies the purpose of the tort system in compensating victims.

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