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“If the Constitution says that the little guy should win, the little guy is going to win in court before me, ... But if the Constitution says that the big guy should win, well, then the big guy is going to win because my obligation is to the Constitution.” quote by John Roberts
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“If the Constitution says that the little guy should win, the little guy is going to win in court before me, ... But if the Constitution says that the big guy should win, well, then the big guy is going to win because my obligation is to the Constitution.”

John Roberts

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Source Speech: Oral Argument, Supreme Court, 2021

The Constitution obliges the judge to apply the law impartially, regardless of personal or party interests.

In simple terms: Judges must follow the Constitution, not personal bias.

Key Takeaway

Uphold constitutional fidelity above all.

Themes

law judiciary constitution

Mood

formal thoughtful

Type

judicial philosophical

When to use this quote

  • court rulings
  • legal education
  • policy debates
  • public trust

Key Concepts

legal ethics impartiality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance personal convictions with constitutional duty?
  • What safeguards ensure judicial neutrality?
A Different Perspective

Political pressure can challenge impartiality.

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