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The speaker is saying that some people are visible and known, while others exist outside his view. The line suggests uncertainty about what is hidden or unobserved, and a recognition that not everything can be directly seen. It also implies that there may be more similar people or cases than the speaker can personally account for.
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About James Comey
American lawyer
James Brien Comey Jr. is an American lawyer best known for serving as the seventh director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, from 2013 until his dismissal in May 2017. He led the FBI during a politically charged period and became a widely discussed public figure through that role. His name is often associated with law enforcement, government service, and the events surrounding his removal from office.
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A Higher Loyalty
2018