Action Quote by Theodore Roosevelt
“Of all the officers of the Government, those of the Department of Justice should be kept most free from any suspicion of improper action on partisan or factional grounds, so that there shall be gradually a growth, even though a slow growth, in the knowledge that the Federal courts and the representatives of the Federal Department of Justice insist on meting out even-handed justice to all.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the American Bar Association, 1905
Justice must be impartial, avoiding partisan bias, to build public confidence in the legal system.
In simple terms: Justice should be unbiased and fair.
Key Takeaway
Ensure fairness and avoid partisan influence.
Themes
integrity
justice
government
public trust
impartiality
Mood
serious
hopeful
Type
ethical
political
institutional
When to use this quote
- court decisions
- policy making
- law enforcement
- public administration
- legislative oversight
Key Concepts
rule of law
ethical governance
institutional credibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can institutions safeguard against hidden partisan influences?
- What mechanisms ensure ongoing impartiality?
A Different Perspective
Political pressures can still undermine perceived impartiality.
