Amount Quote by Aung San Suu Kyi
“The true measure of the justice of a system is the amount of protection it guarantees to the weakest.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the UN Human Rights Council, Aung San Suu Kyi, 2012
A system’s fairness is judged by how well it protects its most vulnerable members.
In simple terms: Justice protects the weakest.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize protecting the vulnerable.
Themes
justice
fairness
vulnerability
policy
rights
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
ethical
political
When to use this quote
- lawmaking
- social services
- community planning
- advocacy
Key Concepts
Political theory
human rights
social contract
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies balance majority will with minority protection?
- What mechanisms ensure accountability?
A Different Perspective
Protecting the weak may conflict with majority interests.
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