Quote by Elliot Richardson

I said the first concern of the administration of justice must, of course, be the individual. The second concern is the truth.

I said the first concern of the administration of justice mu

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In this quote, the speaker emphasizes the hierarchy of priorities in the administration of justice. They assert that the primary focus should be on the individual, suggesting that the fair treatment and rights of each person involved should be upheld. However, they also highlight the importance of pursuing the truth, indicating that uncovering and establishing the truth is a secondary but crucial aspect of justice. This statement implies that justice should be rooted in both the rights and welfare of individuals as well as the objective pursuit of truth.

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