Judgment Quote by Felix Frankfurter
“Judicial judgment must take deep account of the day before yesterday in order that yesterday may not paralyze today.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Judicial Philosophy, 1930s
Judges should consider recent past events to avoid letting yesterday's issues hinder today's decisions.
In simple terms: Look back to move forward.
Key Takeaway
Use history to inform current rulings.
Themes
law
decisionmaking
history
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
legal
philosophical
When to use this quote
- court rulings
- policy drafting
- legislative review
Key Concepts
precedent
contextual analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- How can judges balance past lessons with present realities?
- What risks arise from ignoring recent events?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on past may ignore novel circumstances.
