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“The government of the United States has been emphatically termed a government of laws, and not of men. It will certainly cease to deserve this high appellation, if the laws furnish no remedy for the violation of a vested legal right.”

Quote by John Marshall

Book:The Writings of John Marshall: Late Chief Justice of the United States, Upon the Federal Constitution

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The Writings of John Marshall: Late Chief Justice of the United States, Upon the Federal Constitution

The Writings of John Marshall offers a comprehensive collection of the legal opinions and essays of John Marshall, highlighting his significant contributions to the interpretation of the United States Constitution. The book provides insight into Marshall's judicial philosophy and his influence on American law. more

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John Marshall, a renowned jurist and politician in the United States, served as the Chief Justice of the United States. Born on September 24, 1755, in Virginia, he passed away on July 6, 1835. Marshall had a profound impact on the judicial field, with his legal principles still being followed in the American legal system today. more

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