In America's courtrooms, money speaks louder than truth: the wealthy can afford vital tools like depositions and expert witnesses, while others face justice empty-handed. Led by a narrow demographic (70% white males over 60), judges gained through political favor wield enormous power over evidence and outcomes. Our system, inherited from British law but ranking below nations like Finland in fairness, lets prosecutors cherry-pick cases while money determines success. This isn't just about courts – it's about a system that shapes every aspect of American society, from civil rights to elections, perpetuating inequality under the false banner of "Equal Justice Under Law."
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