Agree Quote by Lillian Hellman
“Since when do we have to agree with people to defend them from injustice?”
About This Quote
Source Play: "The Little Foxes", 1939, first performed on Broadway
Questioning moral compromise, the quote challenges the need to align with others to fight injustice.
In simple terms: Don’t assume agreement is required to stand against wrong.
Key Takeaway
Stand up for justice without seeking consensus.
Themes
justice
integrity
independence
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- civil rights protests
- whistleblowing
- community organizing
- legal advocacy
Key Concepts
ethics
political philosophy
activism
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you defended a cause despite disagreement?
- How do you balance conviction with dialogue?
A Different Perspective
Risk of alienation when opposing popular opinion.
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