Constitution Quote by Kamisese Mara
“If the constitution goes, I go.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: National Address, 1990
The speaker pledges to follow the constitution, implying loyalty to law over personal desire.
In simple terms: If the law changes, I will too.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize constitutional fidelity.
Themes
law
loyalty
political duty
Mood
serious
determined
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- legislative reforms
- policy shifts
- elections
Key Concepts
constitutionalism
governance
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance law and conscience?
- What if the constitution is unjust?
A Different Perspective
May conflict with personal conscience.
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