Arrogant Quote by Harry A. Blackmun
“I hope you will be yourself, human, even a little sentimental, possessed of a sense of humor and a sense of humility. . . . There are arrogant people in this world and, what is worse, arrogant judges.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks at Judicial Conference, 1995
Encourages judges to remain humane, modest, and humorous despite arrogance in the legal field.
In simple terms: Be humble, kind, and funny as a judge.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate humility and humor.
Themes
humility
humor
integrity
judicial conduct
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
ethical
professional
When to use this quote
- courtroom decisions
- public speaking
- mentor training
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Ethics
humanity
leadership
Questions to Reflect On
- How can a judge balance seriousness with humility?
- What role does humor play in maintaining perspective?
A Different Perspective
Humor may be seen as unprofessional in serious contexts.
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