Constitution Quote by Howard Zinn
““A New York banker toasted the Supreme Court in 1895: “I give you, gentlemen, the Supreme Court of the United States—guardian of the dollar, defender of private property, enemy of spoliation, sheet anchor of the Republic.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: 1970s historical lecture
The Supreme Court is portrayed as a protector of economic interests and private property.
In simple terms: Court defends money and property.
Recognize how institutions serve specific interests.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legal decisions
- policy debates
- economic reforms
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you view the Court as neutral?
- How does this view affect civic engagement?
Interpretations can differ across perspectives.