Dignity Quote by Anthony Kennedy
“The federal statute is invalid, for no legitimate purpose overcomes the purpose and effect to disparage and injure those whom the state, by its marriage laws, sought to protect in personhood and dignity.”
About This Quote
Source Supreme Court Opinion, Obergefell v. Hodges, 2015
The law should not be used to demean or harm individuals; it must protect dignity and personhood.
In simple terms: Law must protect dignity, not harm.
Ensure statutes uphold human dignity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- marriage equality debates
- policy drafting
- human rights advocacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards prevent laws from infringing dignity?
- How can courts address societal biases?
Balancing moral convictions with legal neutrality can be complex.