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" At the constitutional level where we work, 90 percent of any decision is emotional. The rational part of us supplies the reasons for supporting our predilections. "

William O. Douglas

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" We who have the final word can speak softly or angrily. We can seek to challenge and annoy, as we need not stay docile and quiet. "

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" The 5th Amendment is an old friend and a good friend. one of the great landmarks in men's struggle to be free of tyranny, to be decent and civilized. "

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" Tell the FBI that the kidnappers should pick out a judge that Nixon wants back. "

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" The liberties of none are safe unless the liberties of all are protected. "

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" One who comes to the Court must come to adore, not to protest. That's the new gloss on the 1st Amendment. "

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" Free speech is not to be regulated like diseased cattle and impure butter. The audience that hissed yesterday may applaud today, even for the same performance. "

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" Since when have we Americans been expected to bow submissively to authority and speak with awe and reverence to those who represent us? "

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