Bribery Quote by Paolo Bacigalupi
“Laws are a fine thing on paper, but painful when no bribery can ease their bind.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Windup Girl, 2009
Laws look good on paper but become harsh without corruption to bend them.
In simple terms: Legal systems can be rigid and painful.
Seek reform when law is unjust.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- court cases
- regulatory compliance
- humanitarian work
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When should law be changed?
- How to address systemic rigidity?
Corruption is not a solution; it undermines trust.