Amending Quote by Ben Nighthorse Campbell
“I voted for the Defense of Marriage Act but I do not believe we should institutionalize a form of discrimination against any minority by amending the Constitution.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Senate floor, 1996
He opposes constitutional amendment to protect minority rights, preferring legislative solutions over constitutional changes.
In simple terms: Prefer legislation over constitutional amendment for minority protection.
Use legislation, not constitutional amendment, to protect minorities.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- lawmaking
- advocacy
- public debate
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Should minority rights be protected by law or constitution?
- What are the risks of legislative inaction?
Constitutional amendment may be necessary in some cases.