Skip to content

Appropriate Quote by Eric Holder

“I'm a prosecutor first and foremost, and as a judge ,I put people in jail for extended periods of time when that was appropriate.” quote by Eric Holder
Download Open image
“I'm a prosecutor first and foremost, and as a judge ,I put people in jail for extended periods of time when that was appropriate.”

Eric Holder

About This Quote

Source Speech: Interview, 2015

He emphasizes his dual role as prosecutor and judge, stressing the necessity of imprisonment when justified.

In simple terms: He believes jail is appropriate when deserved.

Key Takeaway

Apply law fairly and responsibly.

Themes

justice law responsibility

Mood

serious reflective

Type

legal political

When to use this quote

  • court sentencing
  • policy making
  • public safety
  • legal reform

Key Concepts

criminal justice judicial ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you ensure fairness in sentencing?
  • What safeguards prevent misuse of power?
A Different Perspective

Balancing prosecution and judging can conflict with impartiality.

2.8 out of 5 (10 ratings)

More by Eric Holder

Explore all 91 Eric Holder quotes

More Appropriate quotes

Browse all 1,130 Appropriate quotes