Constitution Quote by Jacob Zuma
“Judgments that give an impression that we can disregard the Constitution for political expediency, or to solve what we regard as current problems, set a dangerous precedence which will make it difficult to govern in future or to make ordinary citizens to abide by the Constitution.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: National Address, 2018
Ignoring constitutional limits for short‑term gains creates dangerous precedents that erode future governance.
In simple terms: Skipping constitutional rules harms future governance.
Key Takeaway
Uphold constitutional integrity.
Themes
law
governance
ethics
precedent
Mood
cautionary
serious
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- legislative drafting
- judicial review
- civic education
- media analysis
- activism
Key Concepts
constitutional law
political theory
public policy
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards protect constitutional fidelity?
- How to balance urgent needs with long‑term rules?
A Different Perspective
Political pressure may force compromises.
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