While the Nation has forbidden monopoly by one set of laws it has been creating them by another. Patent laws, valuable as they may be in some respects, often father monopoly.
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Civil government cannot let any group ride roughshod over others simply because their consciences tell them to do so.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of fairness in governance, indicating that no group's beliefs should override the rights of others.
Robert H. Jackson's quote highlights a fundamental principle of civil governance: that the state must ensure equality and justice for all its citizens. It warns against allowing any particular group to dominate or infringe upon the rights of others simply based on personal convictions or beliefs. In a diverse society, it is crucial that laws and regulations respect the rights of all individuals and do not permit any group to oppress another under the guise of moral superiority.
Themes
GovernanceEqualityJusticeRightsFreedom
In practice
Example use cases
During a political debate on civil rights, one might quote this to emphasize the need for equal rights.
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