We have a criminal jury system which is superior to any in the world and its efficiency is only marred by the difficulty of finding twelve men every day who don't know anything and can't read.

Summary

This quote humorously highlights a perceived challenge within the criminal jury system. It suggests that although the system itself is considered the best in the world, its efficiency is hindered by the difficulty of finding suitable jurors who lack knowledge or information about the case. By framing it in this way, the quote questions the ideal of an unbiased jury and portrays the potential limitations of the system in finding truly impartial jurors.