Quote by Horace

Lawyers are men who hire out their words and anger.

Lawyers are men who hire out their words and anger.

Summary

This quote suggests that lawyers are individuals who make their living by monetizing their ability to use persuasive language and evoke emotions in order to win cases. It implies that lawyers rely on their words and the display of anger to manipulate and sway the opinions and judgments of others in legal proceedings. This may allude to the idea that lawyers prioritize their financial gain and the success of their clients over the pursuit of justice or truth.

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Anger

By Horace

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