Legislators Quote by Andrew Heaton
““My state’s constitution seems to contain a provision requiring that once every two years we must pass a bill which dazzles the entire country in its glittering, bejeweled stupidity. Not all of them are bad. I rather like the absurd ones. For instance, it is illegal to go whale hunting in Oklahoma. That law is certainly a nice gesture (whales both sing and have giant brains, putting them one point ahead of many legislators). But humpback poaching has never really been problematic in our part of the country, what with it being landlocked and all.””
About This Quote
Source Opinion piece (unknown)
Critiques absurd state legislation, noting both its stupidity and occasional charm, using a humorous example of a whale‑hunting ban in landlocked Oklahoma.
In simple terms: Some laws are absurd but amusing.
Key Takeaway
Question the purpose of strange statutes.
Themes
law
absurdity
politics
humor
Mood
skeptical
amused
Type
political
humorous
When to use this quote
- civic education
- legislative reform
- public debate
- legal analysis
- media commentary
Key Concepts
legislative intent
policy critique
regional quirks
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do nonsensical laws persist?
- How can citizens effectively challenge pointless legislation?
A Different Perspective
Absurd laws can distract from serious governance issues.
