Law Quote by Marilyn Manson
“Law is only what is popular. Not what's right or wrong.”
About This Quote
Source Song: “The Beautiful People”, 1996
Popular opinion does not equal moral truth.
In simple terms: Popularity ≠ rightness.
Key Takeaway
Question popular norms.
Themes
ethics
society
law
Mood
critical
provocative
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- Political debates
- social media
- legislative processes
- personal decisions
Key Concepts
Moral relativism
public opinion
Questions to Reflect On
- What determines right beyond popularity?
- How do you resist peer pressure?
A Different Perspective
Popular views can be misinformed.
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