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Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr.

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Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr. was an American jurist who served as an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States from 1902 to 1932. He is known for his influential opinions which shaped American constitutional law. Holmes was recognized for his clear and concise writing style, his emphasis on judicial restraint, and his pragmatic approach to interpreting the law.

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• Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr. wrote numerous landmark opinions during his tenure on the Supreme Court.
• His dissenting opinion in the case of Abrams v. United States remains influential to this day.
• As a legal scholar, Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr. contributed significantly to the development of American jurisprudence.
• The philosophy of legal pragmatism often associated with Holmes Jr. focused on the practical effects of legal decisions.

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