Just Quote by William Lloyd Garrison
“That which is not just is not law.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Abolitionist Address, 1852
Justice requires that laws reflect fairness; unjust laws lack moral authority.
In simple terms: Unjust laws are not true laws.
Key Takeaway
Question and resist unfair laws.
Themes
justice
law
morality
Mood
determined
critical
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- civil rights activism
- legal reform
- public protest
- policy making
Key Concepts
legal theory
ethical philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines a law's legitimacy?
- How can individuals act against unjust legislation?
A Different Perspective
Laws may be entrenched and hard to change despite moral flaws.
