By what lawful authority do you bring me to trial?

The coalfield authority was designed to be an economic development organization, ... The board of directors is made up of business people who have made intelligent decisions about how to invest our funds. We’re not ashamed of that.

Our job is to serve each tribe. We don't supplant their authority; we do not override their authority. We can only exercise the authority they grant us.

If the King disregarded it, constitutional monarchy would cease to exist. The King is bound to accept and act upon the advice of his ministers ... for the King to broadcast in disregard of that advice would be appealing over the heads of his constitutional advisers.

And therefore I tell you (and I pray God it be not laid to your charge) that I am the Martyr of the People.

Never make a defense or apology before you are accused.