Doing Quote by William Safire
“The right to do something does not mean that doing it is right.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Ethical Commentary, 1995, USA
Having legal permission to act does not guarantee moral correctness; legality and morality are distinct.
In simple terms: Legal right ≠ moral right.
Consider ethics beyond legality.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- business decisions
- personal choices
- activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When does law conflict with conscience?
- How can you act ethically when law permits otherwise?
Legal frameworks can be flawed or incomplete.