Bears Quote by Jean-Baptiste Say
“Law has been unjustly charged with the whole blame of the calamities resulting from the scheme that bears his name.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Essays on Political Economy, 1803
Critiques how law is blamed for all societal problems, ignoring broader causes.
In simple terms: Law is unfairly scapegoated for calamities.
Examine systemic factors beyond legal frameworks.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy reform
- public discourse
- educational curricula
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What non‑legal factors contribute to these issues?
- How can accountability be distributed more fairly?
Simplifies complex causality to legal blame.