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Meaning
The speaker is criticizing paid expert witnesses as people who are effectively hired to repeat whatever position benefits the side that retained them. The quote suggests distrust of courtroom experts and questions their independence. It also implies that money can shape their testimony more than truth.
When It Was Said
2001
Who It Was Said To
Not documented yet.
Historical Context
Not documented yet.
Source
p.233
Original Language & Translation
Originally said in English.
Did They Really Say It?
Listed with a cited source on Wikiquote: p.233.
Did You Know?
Cited on Wikiquote with page 233.
About Michael Nava
Michael Nava is quoted here; further biographical details are not publicly available.
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