Constitution Quote by James Duane
““The Supreme Court justices are able to decide fewer than 1 percent of all the appeals””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional Hearing, 2005
The Supreme Court handles a tiny fraction of appeals, highlighting its selective role.
In simple terms: Court decides few appeals.
Recognize the Court’s limited scope.
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Type
When to use this quote
- law students
- policy makers
- civil litigants
- media analysts
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does limited case volume affect public perception?
- What criteria determine which appeals are heard?
The statistic may overlook the impact of landmark decisions.