If freedom makes social progress possible, so social progress strengthens and enlarges freedom. The two are inseparable partners in the great adventure of humanity.
Robert KennedyRead
I believe indeterminate sentencing can be extremely useful, but I also believe that any such system should always take into consideration the special knowledge as to the facts in a case which only the trial judge possesses.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Indeterminate sentencing requires judicial discretion to consider the specifics of each case.
In this quote, Robert Kennedy underscores the importance of indeterminate sentencing in the judicial system, suggesting that it can provide flexibility and fairness in punishment. He emphasizes that trial judges hold unique insights into the details of each case, which should be paramount in guiding sentencing decisions, ensuring that justice is served in a nuanced manner.
Themes
SentencingJusticeTrialJudgeFlexibility
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about judicial reforms, this quote highlights the importance of the trial judge's role.
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