Bad Quote by Wendy Long
“Judges should follow the law in deciding cases - not their own values, good or bad.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Legal ethics conference, 2022
Judges must base decisions on law, not personal values, to maintain impartiality.
In simple terms: Law over personal beliefs.
Key Takeaway
Uphold legal standards above personal bias.
Themes
justice
ethics
law
impartiality
Mood
serious
thoughtful
Type
ethical
legal
When to use this quote
- court rulings
- policy drafting
- ethical training
- public trust
Key Concepts
rule of law
judicial independence
bias mitigation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can judges guard against unconscious bias?
- What mechanisms ensure legal consistency?
A Different Perspective
Personal values can subtly influence interpretation, risking inconsistency.
![“All these problems [deciding cases] are easier for people who believe in God. Those of us who don't or can't have to do the best we can. That's what the law is, the best we can do. Human justice is imperfect, but it's the only justice we have.” quote by P. D. James](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/3e8/p-d-james-2-8190_believe_all-these-problems-deciding-cases-are-ea_1473257.jpg)
