Law Quote by Rex Stout
““You can’t tolerate a decent and swift conclusion to a skirmish between an individual and what you call society, as long as you have it in your power to turn it into a ghastly and prolonged struggle; the victim must squirm like a worm in your fingers, not for ten minutes, but for ten months. Pfui! I don’t like the law. It was not I, but a great philosopher, who said that the law is an ass.””
About This Quote
The law can be twisted into a prolonged, painful ordeal, turning swift justice into a lingering torment for the victim.
In simple terms: Law may become a cruel, extended punishment.
Key Takeaway
Avoid prolonging conflicts through legal means.
Themes
justice
law
power
victim
conflict
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- court cases
- civil disputes
- personal grievances
- authoritarian regimes
Key Concepts
legal manipulation
power dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you see law as a tool or a weapon?
- How can swift justice be ensured?
A Different Perspective
Legal systems can protect rights; not always oppressive.