Goals Quote by Frédéric Bastiat
““Yes, as long as it is admitted that the law may be diverted from its true mission, that it may violate property instead of securing it, everybody will be wanting to manufacture law, either to defend himself against plunder, or to organize it for his own profit.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Economic Sophisms by Frédéric Bastiat, 1845
Law should protect property, not be twisted for personal gain; otherwise it becomes a tool for plunder.
In simple terms: Law must safeguard property, not serve selfish ends.
Key Takeaway
Guard against laws that favor the powerful.
Themes
justice
property
law
ethics
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- legislative drafting
- activism
- public policy analysis
- community organizing
Key Concepts
property rights
legal theory
political economy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can citizens ensure laws remain just?
- What checks prevent law from being exploited?
A Different Perspective
Complex legal systems can obscure intent.
