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“Once the Supreme Court in 1973 decided that infanticide could be legal, it not only ended Americas inalienable right to life, it threw the Golden Rule right off the shores of this continent.” quote by Michael Moriarty
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“Once the Supreme Court in 1973 decided that infanticide could be legal, it not only ended Americas inalienable right to life, it threw the Golden Rule right off the shores of this continent.”

Michael Moriarty

About This Quote

Source Interview: Television, 1995, USA

He argues that a Supreme Court decision on infanticide undermines the right to life and the Golden Rule.

In simple terms: He says the decision threatens life rights and moral law.

Key Takeaway

Consider ethical implications of legal rulings.

Themes

ethics law human rights

Mood

critical thoughtful

Type

legal ethical

When to use this quote

  • court cases
  • bioethics discussions
  • policy making

Key Concepts

right to life Golden Rule judicial impact

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is the Golden Rule applicable in law?
  • How should societies protect vulnerable lives?
A Different Perspective

Legal decisions can be complex and nuanced.

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