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Assault Quote by Malcolm Forbes

“I think legislative assaults on motorcyclists are totally emotionally, disproportionate and totally unfair…they're instigated and implemented by people who know nothing about motorcycling, but have a prejudice. It's easy to curb the freedoms of others when you see no immediate impact on your own.” quote by Malcolm Forbes
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“I think legislative assaults on motorcyclists are totally emotionally, disproportionate and totally unfair…they're instigated and implemented by people who know nothing about motorcycling, but have a prejudice. It's easy to curb the freedoms of others when you see no immediate impact on your own.”

Malcolm Forbes

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public commentary, date unknown

Criticizes unfair, emotionally driven laws targeting motorcyclists, highlighting bias and lack of expertise

In simple terms: Unfair laws against bikers stem from prejudice, not impact

Key Takeaway

Advocate for informed, fair legislation

Themes

bias legislation motorcycling freedom prejudice

Mood

frustrated concerned

Type

political social

When to use this quote

  • lawmaking
  • motorcycle safety advocacy
  • public debate
  • policy reform

Key Concepts

public policy social justice advocacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can policymakers better understand niche communities?
  • What mechanisms ensure laws are proportionate?
A Different Perspective

Laws may be politically motivated, not based on evidence

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