All americans Quote by Constance Baker Motley
“The Constitution, as originally drawn, made no reference to the fact that all Americans wre considered equal members of society.”
About This Quote
Source Document: The Constitution of the United States, 1787
The original Constitution omitted explicit language guaranteeing equal status for all citizens.
In simple terms: Equality not explicitly stated in the founding document.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for explicit equality language.
Themes
law
rights
equality
history
politics
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
historical
political
When to use this quote
- legal reform
- education curricula
- public policy
- activism
Key Concepts
Constitutional law
civil rights
social justice
Questions to Reflect On
- How does omission affect modern interpretation?
- What steps ensure equal treatment today?
A Different Perspective
The Constitution can be amended, but societal attitudes may lag.
![“I do not think everyone is created equal. In fact, I know they're not. [The Constitution] means that everyone should have the same laws as everyone else. It doesn't mean that everyone's as smart or as cute or as lucky as everyone else.” quote by Fran Lebowitz](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/356/fran-lebowitz-690_constitution_i-do-not-think-everyone-is-created-equal_123740.jpg)
