Agree Quote by Lillian Hellman
“Since when do you have to agree with people to defend them from injustice?”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Little Foxes, 1939
Questioning the moral compromise of defending injustice by aligning with it.
In simple terms: Defend justice without compromising principles.
Stand firm on principle.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- activism
- legal defense
- public protest
- human rights advocacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When does defending a cause become endorsing its flaws?
- How can you support victims without supporting oppressors?
Compromise may erode credibility and effectiveness.