Chuckle 1408

Chuckle 1408
(Marlene W O Florence OR gets today's chuckle thanks!)

~Merits of the Case~
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Taking his seat in his chambers, the judge faced the opposing lawyers. "So," he said, "I have been presented, by both of you, with a bribe." Both lawyers squirmed uncomfortably. "You, attorney Leon, gave me $15,000. And you, attorney Campos, gave me $10,000."

The judge reached into his pocket and pulled out a check. He handed it to Leon .. "Now then, I'm returning $5,000, and we're going to decide this case solely on its merits."

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Sandy J of Florence OR compiled this group of quotes from
famous people.

The ultimate result of shielding men from the effects of folly is to fill the world with fools. -Herbert Spencer, English Philosopher (1820-1903)

There is no distinctly Native American criminal class...save Congress. -Mark Twain
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