Quote by William Howard Taft

In the public interest, therefore, it is better that we lose the services of the exceptions who are good Judges after they are seventy and avoid the presence on the Bench of men who are not able to keep up with the work, or to perform it satisfactorily.

In the public interest, therefore, it is better that we lose

Summary

This quote suggests that to prioritize the well-being of the public, it is more beneficial for competent judges who are over the age of seventy to step down rather than continue serving on the bench while unable to handle the workload effectively. The quote highlights the importance of ensuring that judges can perform their duties satisfactorily, even if it means parting ways with experienced individuals who may no longer be capable of meeting the demands of the job.

By William Howard Taft

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