When dictators and tyrants seek to destroy the freedoms of men, their first target is the legal profession and through it the rule of law.
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From Watergate we learned what generations before us have known; our Constitution works. And during Watergate years it was interpreted again so as to reaffirm that no one - absolutely no one - is above the law.
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What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the enduring nature of the Constitution and the principle that everyone is subject to the rule of law.
Leon Jaworski's quote reflects on the Watergate scandal as a pivotal moment that reinforced the belief in the Constitution's effectiveness and the fundamental principle of accountability under the law. It serves as a reminder that regardless of power or position, no individual is exempt from legal scrutiny, emphasizing the importance of justice in a democratic society.
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ConstitutionLawWatergateJusticeAccountability
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In a speech about the importance of constitutional rights.
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