Also Quote by Alan Siegel
“I think the law should be comprehensible not only to those who work with it but also to those who are governed by it.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Policy Address, Alan Siegel, 2015
Law should be clear to both experts and the public it that it can be followed and trusted.
In simple terms: Legal rules must be understandable by everyone.
Key Takeaway
Make laws plain and accessible.
Themes
clarity
justice
governance
transparency
public trust
Mood
thoughtful
concerned
Type
educational
advocacy
When to use this quote
- policy drafting
- citizen education
- legal compliance
Key Concepts
legal literacy
democratic participation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we simplify legal language without losing precision?
- What barriers prevent public understanding of law?
A Different Perspective
Complex statutes may still need expert interpretation.
