Every thing secret degenerates, even the administration of … - John Emerich Edward Dalberg-Acton

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Every thing secret degenerates, even the administration of justice; nothing is safe that does not show how it can bear discussion and publicity.

John Emerich Edward Dalberg-Acton

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