Any Quote by Francis Biddle
“The Constitution has not greatly bothered any wartime President.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on the Constitution, 1945
The Constitution rarely disrupts wartime leaders' decisions.
In simple terms: Constitution doesn’t hinder wartime presidents.
Recognize constitutional limits in crisis.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- military strategy
- policy making
- national emergencies
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can leaders balance urgency with constitutional duty?
- When should constitutional checks be reinforced?
Constitution may be stretched in extreme cases.