Impartial Quote by George Bernard Shaw
“Justice is impartiality. Only strangers are impartial.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Man and Superman, 1903
Justice requires impartiality, but true impartiality is rare and often limited to strangers.
In simple terms: Justice is impartial, yet only strangers can be truly impartial.
Key Takeaway
Strive for fairness beyond personal bias.
Themes
justice
impartiality
human nature
ethics
philosophy
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- legal decisions
- conflict resolution
- leadership
- policy making
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
social contract
bias
Questions to Reflect On
- Can true impartiality ever exist?
- How do we mitigate bias in decision‑making?
A Different Perspective
Complete impartiality may be impossible for insiders.
