Crimes-and-punishments Quote by Jon Krakauer
![“...Both Elizabeth [Smart] and Ruby [Jessop] were fourteen when they were kidnapped, raped and "kept captive by polygamous fanatics." The main difference in the girls' respective ordeals...is that "Elizabeth was brainwashed for nine months," while Ruby had been brainwashed by polygamist fanatics…” quote by Jon Krakauer](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/bfa/jon-krakauer-1557_crimes-and-punishmen_both-elizabeth-smart-and-ruby-jessop-wer_300466.jpg)
““...Both Elizabeth [Smart] and Ruby [Jessop] were fourteen when they were kidnapped, raped and "kept captive by polygamous fanatics." The main difference in the girls' respective ordeals...is that "Elizabeth was brainwashed for nine months," while Ruby had been brainwashed by polygamist fanatics "since birth." Despite the similarity of their plights, Elizabeth's abusers were jailed and charged with sexual assault, aggravated burglary, and aggravated kidnapping, while Ruby... "was returned to her abusers, no real investigation was done, no charges brought against anyone" involved.””
About This Quote
Contrasting two kidnapping cases shows how societal bias and legal outcomes differ based on victim background and circumstances.
In simple terms: Unequal justice for similar crimes.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for consistent legal treatment.
Themes
justice
inequality
victimology
Mood
critical
somber
Type
analytical
advocacy
When to use this quote
- courtrooms
- advocacy groups
- policy reform
- media coverage
Key Concepts
systemic bias
legal disparity
human rights
Questions to Reflect On
- Why are some victims' stories amplified over others?
- What reforms could ensure equal accountability?
A Different Perspective
The focus on one case may overlook broader systemic issues.
![“But [Everett] and McCandless, at least they tried to follow their dream. That’s what was great about them. They tried. Not many do.” quote by Jon Krakauer](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/9a0/jon-krakauer-1557_dream_but-everett-and-mccandless-at-least-they_70025.jpg)
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