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Laws Quote by Frédéric Bastiat

“Another effect of this deplorable perversion of the law is, that it gives to human passions and to political struggles, and, in general, to politics, properly so called, an exaggerated preponderance. I” quote by Frédéric Bastiat
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““Another effect of this deplorable perversion of the law is, that it gives to human passions and to political struggles, and, in general, to politics, properly so called, an exaggerated preponderance. I””

Frédéric Bastiat

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Source Essay: The Law, 1850

The law’s distortion amplifies passions and political struggles, leading to excessive influence of personal interests over public good.

In simple terms: Distorted law inflates personal and political passions.

Key Takeaway

Seek fair, limited governance.

Themes

law politics passion justice society

Mood

critical reflective

Type

philosophical political

When to use this quote

  • Legislative reform
  • civic education
  • activism
  • policy analysis
  • debate

Key Concepts

Political philosophy economics public policy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does law distortion affect democracy?
  • What safeguards prevent exaggerated influence?
A Different Perspective

Complexities of law may be oversimplified.

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