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“Putting the 10 commandments up to prevent crime is like putting 'Employees must wash hands' up to keep the piss out of your burger.” quote by Jon Stewart
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“Putting the 10 commandments up to prevent crime is like putting 'Employees must wash hands' up to keep the piss out of your burger.”

Jon Stewart

About This Quote

Source TV Show: The Daily Show (satire)

Compares religious commandments to trivial workplace rules, highlighting absurdity of using moral law to prevent crime.

In simple terms: Moral laws may be ineffective for crime control.

Key Takeaway

Question the effectiveness of moral directives.

Themes

satire critique law morality

Mood

critical thought‑provoking

Type

satire commentary

When to use this quote

  • policy debate
  • legal reform
  • public education

Key Concepts

effectiveness policy social control

Questions to Reflect On

  • Are moral teachings enough to stop crime?
  • What alternatives work better?
A Different Perspective

Oversimplifies complex crime causes.

2.2 out of 5 (8 ratings)

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