Clarence Darrow

Clarence Darrow
Clarence Darrow was a prominent American lawyer and writer known for his defense of civil liberties and controversial cases in the early 20th century. He gained national fame for defending John T. Scopes in the 1925 "Scopes Monkey Trial," which debated the teaching of evolution in schools. Darrow also wrote several books, including "Resist Not Evil," which criticized the death penalty and the concept of punishment. His legal career and writings made him a key figure in debates about justice, morality, and the role of the law in society.

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I   There can be no sane discussion of "crime" and "criminals" without an investigation of the meaning of the words. A large majority of men, even among the educated, speak of a "criminal" as if the word had a clearly defined meaning and as if men were divided by a plain and distinct line into the criminal and the virtuous. As a matter of fact, there is no such division, and... more...

Mr. Darrow said: I feel very grateful to you for the warmth and earnestness of your reception. It makes me feel sure that I am amongst friends. If I had to be tried again, I would not mind taking a change of venue to Portland (applause); although I think I can get along where I am without much difficulty. The subject for tonight's talk was not chosen by me but was chosen for me. I don't know... more...