When an unpopular minority is denied the right to marry…
“When an unpopular minority is denied the right to marry, it is indeed the role of the courts to protect the rights of that minority, especially when a majority would deny them.”
About This Quote
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The courts must protect minority rights, such as marriage equality, when the majority opposes them.
In simple terms: Courts safeguard minority rights against majority opposition.
Support legal protections for minority rights.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- marriage equality debates
- legislative hearings
- court cases
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What role should courts play in social change?
- How can we balance majority rule with minority rights?