Attorney general Quote by Josh Hawley
“As attorney general of Missouri, I am my state's chief law enforcement officer. I swore an oath to uphold the rule of law, and that means fighting violence and oppression wherever it exists, especially violence against the poor and vulnerable.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Missouri State of the State Address, 2019
He asserts his duty to enforce law, protect the vulnerable, and combat oppression.
In simple terms: He must protect the poor and fight oppression.
Key Takeaway
Uphold law, protect the vulnerable.
Themes
justice
law enforcement
vulnerability
politics
Mood
determined
concerned
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- community policing
- policy advocacy
- legal reform
- protecting marginalized groups
- responding to violence
Key Concepts
rule of law
public duty
social equity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can law enforcement protect without overreaching?
- What measures ensure accountability?
A Different Perspective
Balancing law enforcement with civil liberties can be contentious.
