Presumption Quote by John Grisham
““Repeat something enough and folks will start to believe it. Mr. Mount had always taken the position that the presumption of innocence is a joke nowadays.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Firm, 1991
Repetition can create false belief; the presumption of innocence is now treated as a joke.
In simple terms: Repeated claims can be accepted as truth; justice is eroded.
Key Takeaway
Demand evidence and protect due process.
Themes
justice
truth
media influence
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
legal
social
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- courtrooms
- social media
Key Concepts
propaganda
legal ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does repeated misinformation affect public trust?
- What safeguards protect innocence?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance on repetition can drown out facts.
