Before this distinguished assembly and the world, the bells today proclaim the joyous tidings of the completion of this quietly soaring tower.
EARL WARRENThe most tragic paradox of our time is to be found in the failure of nation-states to recognize the imperatives of internationalism.
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Such an opportunity, where the state has undertaken to provide it, is a right which must be made available to all on equal terms.
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I believe no one can read the history of our country without realizing that the Good Book and the spirit of the Savior have from the beginning been our guiding geniuses.
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Don’t complain about growing old — many, many people do not have that privilege.
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I hate banks. They do nothing positive for anybody except take care of themselves. They’re first in with their fees and first out when there’s trouble.
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Liberty, not communism, is the most contagious force in the world.
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Legislators represent people, not trees or acres. Legislators are elected by voters, not farms or cities or economic interests.
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Citizenship is the right to have rights.
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Prior to any questioning, the person must be warned that he has a right to remain silent, that any statement he does make may be used as evidence against him and that he has a right to the presence of an attorney, either retained or appointed.
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The most tragic paradox of our time is to be found in the failure of nation-states to recognize the imperatives of internationalism.
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Our War of the Revolution was, in good measure, fought as a protest against standing armies.
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Legislatures represent people, not acres or trees.
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The success of any legal system is measured by its fidelity to the universal ideal of justice.
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It is doubtful that congress would pass the Bill of Rights if it were introduced today.
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Racial discrimination in public education is unconstitutional. All provisions of federal, state or local law requiring or permitting such discrimination must yield to this principle.
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Those who serve upon our juries have maintained a standard of fairness and excellence and demonstrated a vision toward the administration of justice that is a wellspring of inspiration.
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