Justice Quote by Eleanor Roosevelt
“Justice cannot be for one side alone, but must be for both.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: United Nations Assembly, 1948
Justice must be impartial, serving all parties, not just one side.
In simple terms: Fairness requires equal treatment for everyone.
Key Takeaway
Seek fairness for all, not just one side.
Themes
justice
equity
imism
Mood
serious
hopeful
Type
ethical
political
When to use this quote
- legal reform
- community mediation
- policy making
Key Concepts
human rights
impartiality
social contract
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you promote fairness in disputes?
- What biases affect your sense of justice?
A Different Perspective
Impartial justice can be hard to achieve in polarized contexts.
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