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Abortion Quote by Susan B. Anthony

“It will burden her conscience in life, it will burden her soul in death; but oh, thrice guilty is he who. . .drove her to the desperation which impelled her to the crime.” quote by Susan B. Anthony
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“It will burden her conscience in life, it will burden her soul in death; but oh, thrice guilty is he who. . .drove her to the desperation which impelled her to the crime.”

Susan B. Anthony

About This Quote

Source Speech: Women's Rights Lecture, 1880s

A person who drives another to desperation bears deep moral responsibility for the resulting wrongdoing.

In simple terms: Driving someone to desperation makes you culpable.

Key Takeaway

Recognize how your actions can push others to extremes.

Themes

responsibility morality justice

Mood

reflective serious

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • legal decisions
  • social activism
  • family dynamics

Key Concepts

ethical accountability psychological pressure

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you assess responsibility when multiple factors cause despair?
  • Can empathy replace blame in such situations?
A Different Perspective

The quote assumes a direct causal link, which may be complex in reality.

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