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“We cannot build foundations of a state without rule of law.” quote by Mahmoud Abbas
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“We cannot build foundations of a state without rule of law.”

Mahmoud Abbas

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Source Speech: State-building address, Mahmoud Abbas, 2010

A stable state requires a legal framework that governs all citizens equally.

In simple terms: Rule of law underpins state stability.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize establishing clear laws.

Themes

governance law state building

Mood

serious reflective

Type

political philosophical

When to use this quote

  • drafting constitutions
  • judicial reform
  • policy making
  • civil rights enforcement

Key Concepts

social contract legitimacy institutional design

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can societies enforce law impartially?
  • What safeguards prevent legal abuse?
A Different Perspective

Legal systems can be weak or biased, undermining stability.

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