Injustice Quote by Frederick Romilly
“The public can have no rights springing from injustice to others.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Unknown, 19th century political commentary
Rights must be grounded in justice, not derived from others' wrongdoing.
In simple terms: Rights come from fairness, not injustice.
Demand equitable foundations for rights.
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When to use this quote
- legislative debates
- human rights advocacy
- civil protests
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we ensure rights are not predicated on others' harm?
- What mechanisms protect against injustice‑based rights?
May overlook systemic power imbalances.