Law Quote by Calvin Coolidge
“One with the law is a majority.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Presidential Address, 1925
Being aligned with the law means holding majority support, implying law reflects popular will.
In simple terms: Law reflects the majority’s will.
Key Takeaway
Recognize law as a social consensus.
Themes
law
majority
politics
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- Legislators drafting policy
- citizens voting on referendums
- activists lobbying for change
Key Concepts
Social contract
democratic legitimacy
Questions to Reflect On
- Should laws always follow majority opinion?
- What protects minorities when majorities dominate?
A Different Perspective
Majorities can be unjust; law may lag behind moral progress.
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