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“A calculated, malignant, devastating evil has arisen in our world, ... Civilization cannot ignore the wrongs that have been done. America will not tolerate their being repeated. Justice has a new mission, a new calling against an old evil.” quote by John Ashcroft
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“A calculated, malignant, devastating evil has arisen in our world, ... Civilization cannot ignore the wrongs that have been done. America will not tolerate their being repeated. Justice has a new mission, a new calling against an old evil.”

John Ashcroft

About This Quote

A severe, calculated evil has emerged; justice must confront it anew, rejecting past tolerances.

In simple terms: A new, deliberate evil demands fresh justice.

Key Takeaway

Stand against systemic evil.

Themes

ethics law justice

Mood

urgent determined

Type

political activist

When to use this quote

  • policy reform
  • human rights advocacy
  • legal action

Key Concepts

political science morality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What defines this new evil?
  • How can justice effectively respond?
A Different Perspective

May be hyperbolic or politically charged.

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