Amendments Quote by Thurgood Marshall
“The First Amendment serves not only the needs of the polity but also those of the human spirit- a spirit that demands self-expression .”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Civil Rights Address, 1965
The First Amendment protects both governmental needs and the innate human drive for self‑expression.
In simple terms: Free speech serves society and the soul.
Uphold both civic and personal expression.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legal debates
- artistic creation
- political activism
- education curricula
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance free expression with community welfare?
- What limits, if any, should be placed on speech?
May clash with other rights or public safety.