People seldom read a book which is given to them; and few are given. The way to spread a work is to… — Samuel Johnson Copy Share Image
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I always ask my law clerks, in addition to reading all the briefs, including all the amici briefs, that if there's a… — Ruth Bader Ginsburg Copy Share Image
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