Appeals Quote by Samuel Alito
“When I was sworn in as a judge of the court of appeals, I took an oath. I put my hand on the Bible and I swore that I would administer justice without respect to persons, that I would do equal right to the poor and to the rich, and that I would carry out my duties under the Constitution and the laws of the United States.”
About This Quote
Source Judicial oath ceremony, 2006
A judge pledges impartial justice, serving both rich and poor under constitutional law.
In simple terms: Judges must be fair to all citizens.
Key Takeaway
Uphold equal justice under the law.
Themes
law
justice
impartiality
Mood
solemn
determined
Type
legal
philosophical
When to use this quote
- court rulings
- legal education
- public trust
Key Concepts
constitutional law
judicial ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do judges resist bias?
- What safeguards ensure fairness?
A Different Perspective
Human pressures may challenge neutrality.
