Censorship Quote by Robert H. Jackson
“Civil government cannot let any group ride roughshod over others simply because their consciences tell them to do so.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Nuremberg Trials, 1946
Government must protect minorities from majoritarian oppression justified by personal belief.
In simple terms: Governments should not let any group dominate others because of conscience.
Ensure laws protect all equally.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- civil rights advocacy
- legal judgments
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How should societies limit group power without infringing belief?
- What mechanisms guard against majority tyranny?
Balancing free conscience with collective rights is complex.