Consequences Quote by DeRay Mckesson
“There will always be a rule. There will be people who break the rules. There will be consequences. We fundamentally think these things will be true for a time. The question becomes, What are the consequences? Who enforces the consequences? What are the worst consequences?”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address on justice, 2020
Rules exist, people break them, and consequences follow; the focus is on who defines and enforces those consequences.
In simple terms: Rules, breaking, and consequences are linked.
Key Takeaway
Question and shape the enforcement of rules.
Themes
justice
authority
consequences
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- law enforcement
- community governance
- activism
- policy making
Key Concepts
political theory
ethics
social contract
Questions to Reflect On
- Who decides what is a fair consequence?
- How can accountability be ensured?
A Different Perspective
Consequences can be unevenly applied, leading to injustice.
