American society Quote by Al Franken
“Our laws need to reflect the evolution of technology and the changing expectations of American society. This is why the Constitution is often called a 'living' document.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Senate Floor Debate, 2015
Law must evolve with technology and societal expectations.
In simple terms: Laws should adapt to change.
Update laws with tech and values.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legislative drafting
- tech regulation
- social reform
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can law keep pace with tech?
- What values should guide new laws?
Rapid change can outpace legislation.