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“You want us to step in and render a decision based on an assessment of the effects of this institution which is newer than cellphones or the Internet?” quote by Samuel Alito
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“You want us to step in and render a decision based on an assessment of the effects of this institution which is newer than cellphones or the Internet?”

Samuel Alito

About This Quote

Source Court Opinion: Supreme Court, United States, 2021

Judicial review must consider modern impacts of new institutions.

In simple terms: Decisions should reflect contemporary effects.

Key Takeaway

Assess new tech impacts.

Themes

law technology judiciary

Mood

analytical critical

Type

legal judicial

When to use this quote

  • legislation
  • court rulings
  • policy making

Key Concepts

precedent regulation public interest

Questions to Reflect On

  • What criteria should guide tech regulation?
  • How to weigh future risks vs. freedoms?
A Different Perspective

Balancing innovation with regulation is complex.

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