America Quote by John Ashcroft
“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.”
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.
Stand against systemic evil.
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When to use this quote
- policy reform
- human rights advocacy
- legal action
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines this new evil?
- How can justice effectively respond?
May be hyperbolic or politically charged.