Knows Quote by Christopher Dodd
“When the public's right to know is threatened, all other public rights are threatened.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Rights Address, 1990
Transparency is foundational; if the right to know is compromised, all other rights weaken.
In simple terms: Knowing truth protects rights.
Key Takeaway
Defend information access.
Themes
freedom
transparency
rights
democracy
Mood
concerned
urgent
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- government policy
- journalism
- activism
- legal reform
Key Concepts
civil liberties
media ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What mechanisms protect the public’s right to know?
- How can citizens demand transparency?
A Different Perspective
Oppressive regimes may control information without public pushback.
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