Legality Quote by Hari Kunzru
““Legality is just the name for everything that's not dangerous for the ruling order.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Wall of Storms by Ken Liu, 2016
Power defines legality, protecting the ruling class while labeling dissent as dangerous.
In simple terms: Those in power label safety as legality.
Key Takeaway
Question authority’s definitions.
Themes
power
legitimacy
control
Mood
critical
skeptical
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- activism
- journalism
- legal reform
- academic study
Key Concepts
political theory
social hierarchy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do laws reflect the interests of those in power?
- When does legality become injustice?
A Different Perspective
Legality can be a tool of oppression.
