Corruption Quote by Robertson Davies
““A world without corruption would be a strange world indeed - and a damned bad world for lawyers, let me say.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview, date unknown
A world without corruption would eliminate a major source of legal work, making the profession less necessary and potentially less fulfilling.
In simple terms: Corruption fuels legal business; without it, lawyers lose purpose.
Recognize the role of conflict in creating professional demand.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legal practice
- policy making
- ethical debates
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities would lawyers have in a cleaner world?
If corruption vanished, would other complexities arise to sustain legal work?