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“What good are laws that cannot be read or understood, or a tongue that spews only hatred or ignorance? What good is the written word to an illiterate man?” quote by Delores Phillips
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““What good are laws that cannot be read or understood, or a tongue that spews only hatred or ignorance? What good is the written word to an illiterate man?””

Delores Phillips

About This Quote

Laws and language must be accessible; otherwise they fail their purpose.

In simple terms: Unclear laws and hateful speech are useless.

Key Takeaway

Advocate for clear, inclusive communication.

Themes

justice communication literacy accessibility

Mood

concerned critical

Type

political ethical

When to use this quote

  • lawmaking
  • public policy
  • media
  • teaching
  • community outreach

Key Concepts

democracy human rights education

Questions to Reflect On

  • What barriers prevent understanding?
  • How can we simplify without losing nuance?
A Different Perspective

Complex legal systems can be inherently opaque despite reforms.

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