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“Again, a law may be both constitutional and expedient, and yet may be administered in an unjust and unfair way.” quote by Abraham Lincoln
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“Again, a law may be both constitutional and expedient, and yet may be administered in an unjust and unfair way.”

Abraham Lincoln

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A law can be constitutional and practical yet still be unjust.

In simple terms: Laws may be legal but unfair.

Key Takeaway

Question fairness of legal systems.

Themes

law justice constitutionality

Mood

critical reflective

Type

political philosophical

When to use this quote

  • court rulings
  • policy implementation
  • civil rights advocacy

Key Concepts

legal theory ethical governance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can unjust laws be reformed?
  • What role should citizens play?
A Different Perspective

Legal reforms can be slow.

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