We've got to pass legislation which will allow people to…
“We've got to pass legislation which will allow people to have access to competent counsel no matter who they are.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Legislation should guarantee everyone, regardless of background, access to competent legal counsel.
In simple terms: Ensure all people can get good legal help.
Provide universal competent counsel.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- courtrooms
- legal aid clinics
- civil rights advocacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we fund universal counsel?
- What barriers prevent access today?
Funding and political will may be lacking.