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“One who belongs to the most vilified and persecuted minority in history is not likely to be insensible to the freedoms guaranteed by our Constitution... But as judges we are neither Jew nor Gentile, neither Catholic nor agnostic.”

Quote by Felix Frankfurter

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Felix Frankfurter

Felix Frankfurter was a former Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. Born on November 15, 1882, and passing away on February 22, 1965, Frankfurter is renowned for his contributions to law and constitutional interpretation. His decisions and opinions have had a profound impact on the American legal system. more

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