Arbitration Quote by Samuel Gompers
“Do I believe in arbitration? I do. But not in arbitration between the lion and the lamb, in which the lamb is in the morning found inside the lion”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Labor Rights, 1910
Arbitration is fair for workers, not for the powerful exploiting the weak.
In simple terms: Arbitration should protect the vulnerable, not the strong.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for equitable dispute resolution.
Themes
labor rights
justice
fairness
Mood
determined
critical
Type
activist
philosophical
When to use this quote
- union meetings
- legal reform
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
power dynamics
exploitation
negotiation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we ensure fairness for the weak?
- What alternatives exist to arbitration?
A Different Perspective
Power imbalances can skew arbitration outcomes.
