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“Nothing is illegal if one hundred businessmen decide to do it.” quote by Andrew Young
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“Nothing is illegal if one hundred businessmen decide to do it.”

Andrew Young

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public Address, 1970s

Power structures can be shaped by collective will, making legality a matter of consensus rather than morality.

In simple terms: Law can be swayed by many powerful people.

Key Takeaway

Question the ethics behind popular decisions.

Themes

power ethics law

Mood

critical thoughtful

Type

philosophical political

When to use this quote

  • business negotiations
  • political activism
  • corporate policy
  • public protests

Key Concepts

social contract majority rule

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who decides what is ethical?
  • Can majority rule be just?
A Different Perspective

Legal frameworks may protect harmful practices if widely accepted.

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