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I do not think that we should select judges based on a…

“I do not think that we should select judges based on a particular philosophy as opposed to temperament, commitment to judicial neutrality and commitment to other more constant values as to which there is general consensus.” quote by Anthony Kennedy
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“I do not think that we should select judges based on a particular philosophy as opposed to temperament, commitment to judicial neutrality and commitment to other more constant values as to which there is general consensus.”

Anthony Kennedy

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

Judges should be chosen for neutrality and shared values, not a single philosophy.

In simple terms: Pick judges for fairness, not ideology.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize impartiality.

Themes

judiciary neutrality values

Mood

thoughtful formal

Type

legal philosophical

When to use this quote

  • court appointments
  • legal reforms

Key Concepts

legal ethics consensus building

Questions to Reflect On

  • What values are truly universal?
  • How to balance philosophy and temperament?
A Different Perspective

Consensus may be hard to achieve.

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