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“The policeman on the beat or in the patrol car makes more decisions and exercises broader discretion affecting the daily lives of people every day and to a greater extent, in many respects, than a judge will ordinarily exercise in a week.”

Quote by Warren E. Burger

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Warren E. Burger

Warren E. Burger was a prominent American jurist who served as the Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court. His influence on the legal system was profound, and during his tenure, he led several significant legal reforms. more

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