Conform Quote by Abraham Lincoln
“Legislation and adjudication must follow, and conform to, the progress of society.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to Congress, 1865
Law and courts should evolve with societal changes.
In simple terms: Laws must match society.
Adapt laws as society changes.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy reform
- judicial review
- legislative drafting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can legal systems stay current?
- What mechanisms ensure law follows society?
Rapid change can outpace legal adaptation.