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This dimension groups jurists by the legal system in which they practiced, civil law, common law or another tradition. Wikipedia notes that the meaning of the term "jurist" itself varies "depending on jurisdiction," reflecting how differently legal systems train and title their legal experts. Browsing this way collects every jurist who practiced within the same legal tradition.

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A legislator, or lawmaker, is a person who writes and passes laws, especially someone who is a member of a legislature. 1
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1. Legislator (Wikipedia)
WikipediaLegislator, lead section
Quote, Legislator, lead section
A legislator, or lawmaker, is a person who writes and passes laws, especially someone who is a member of a legislature.
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