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“Freedom of discussion is in England little else than the right to write or say anything which a jury of twelve shopkeepers think it expedient should be said or written.”

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A. V. Dicey
A. V. Dicey

A. V. Dicey was a distinguished British jurist recognized for his significant contributions to the study of constitutional law. Born on February 4, 1835, and passing away on April 7, 1922, Dicey's work focused on the principles of parliamentary sovereignty and the rule of law, which have had a profound impact on legal systems worldwide. more

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