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Constitution Quote by Al Smith

“It is the right of our people to organize to oppose any law and any part of the Constitution with which they are not in sympathy.” quote by Al Smith
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“It is the right of our people to organize to oppose any law and any part of the Constitution with which they are not in sympathy.”

Al Smith

About This Quote

Source Speech: Labor Rights, 1920

People may oppose laws they disagree with, exercising constitutional rights.

In simple terms: Right to organize against disagreeable laws.

Key Takeaway

Exercise constitutional right to oppose laws.

Themes

rights politics constitution

Mood

determined hopeful

Type

political activist

When to use this quote

  • protests
  • legislative advocacy

Key Concepts

civil liberties activism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What laws feel misaligned with your values?
  • How can organized opposition be effective?
A Different Perspective

Opposition can lead to legal consequences.

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