Greater Quote by Tim DeChristopher
“The reality is not that I lack respect for the law; it's that I have greater respect for justice.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Climate Action Forum, 2015
Justice is valued more than legal compliance; moral principles outrank statutes.
In simple terms: Justice > law.
Key Takeaway
Stand for justice, not just legality.
Themes
justice
ethics
law
Mood
determined
principled
Type
activist
philosophical
When to use this quote
- activism
- policy advocacy
- education
Key Concepts
political philosophy
environmental activism
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you defy a law for justice?
- How can you influence laws to reflect justice?
A Different Perspective
Legal systems may conflict with moral imperatives.
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