Abandon Quote by Charles Evans Hughes
“Our institutions were not devised to bring about uniformity of opinion; if they had we might well abandon hope. It is important to remember, as has well been said, 'the essential characteristic of true liberty is that under its shelter many different types of life and character and opinion and belief can develop unmolested and unobstructed.'”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the American Bar Association, 1915
Institutions are meant to protect diverse opinions; forcing uniformity would destroy hope and liberty.
In simple terms: Institutions protect diverse views.
Key Takeaway
Guard pluralism in institutions.
Themes
liberty
diversity
institution
opinion
hope
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education
- media analysis
- community organizing
Key Concepts
Political theory
civil rights
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks arise from too much uniformity?
- How can institutions balance unity and diversity?
A Different Perspective
Uniformity can be seen as stability in crises.
