Breeding Quote by Mary B. Harris
“Unless we maintain correctional institutions of such character that they create respect for law and government instead of breeding resentment and a desire for revenge, we are meeting lawlessness with stupidity and making a travesty of justice.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Criminal Justice Reform Forum, 2015
Justice systems must earn respect through fairness, not provoke resentment that fuels lawlessness.
In simple terms: Fair law creates respect, not revenge.
Key Takeaway
Build just institutions that foster respect.
Themes
justice
respect
law
government
revenge
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
policy
social
When to use this quote
- prison reform
- community policing
- legislative policy
Key Concepts
legitimacy
social order
restorative justice
Questions to Reflect On
- What reforms restore public trust?
- How can we prevent resentment in law enforcement?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring systemic bias can worsen injustice.
