A Judge may be a farmer; but he is not to geld his own pigs. A Judge may play a little at cards for his own amusement; but he is not to play at marbles, or chuck farthing in the Piazza.

Summary

This quote highlights the importance of maintaining professional boundaries and impartiality for a judge. It suggests that while a judge may engage in certain leisure activities in their personal life, they should refrain from participating in activities that could compromise their integrity or be seen as a conflict of interest. The analogy of a farmer not castrating their own pigs implies that a judge should not involve themselves in matters that directly affect them or where personal biases can come into play, as it may undermine the fairness and objectivity expected of their judicial role.

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