Accommodate Quote by Elena Kagan
“It's not that there are no masters, but that there are many. And the job of the solicitor general is to balance those masters and to accommodate them all, each in their proper places, wisely and well and in so doing to represent the people of the United States.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Supreme Court Conference, date unknown
Balancing multiple authoritative perspectives requires wise accommodation to represent the people.
In simple terms: Balance many masters wisely to serve the public.
Key Takeaway
Integrate diverse expertise responsibly.
Themes
law
governance
balance
Mood
analytical
serious
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- policy drafting
- legal advocacy
- government advisory
- judicial decision‑making
Key Concepts
jurisprudence
pluralism
public service
Questions to Reflect On
- How to decide which authority to prioritize?
- What criteria ensure fair representation?
A Different Perspective
Conflicting masters may cause paralysis.
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