Adviser Quote by Jeffrey Chiesa
“The job of the Attorney General is very specific. My roll, as the legal adviser, is to defend the constitutionality of the laws as they're passed.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public remarks, 2013
The Attorney General defends the constitutionality of laws as they are enacted.
In simple terms: Defend constitutionality of laws
Uphold constitutional law
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy drafting
- court challenges
- legislative review
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile legal advice with personal ethics?
- What limits exist on defending any law?
Laws may conflict with higher principles; careful balance required