I've had enough success for two lifetimes, My success is talent put together with hard work and luck.
Kareem Abdul-JabbarRead
Justice should be blind especially color-blind and able to fairly deal with the very real need for honest law enforcement.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Justice must be impartial and free from bias, particularly racial bias, to ensure fair enforcement of the law.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's quote emphasizes the importance of objective and unbiased justice, advocating for a system that does not discriminate based on race or color. He highlights the necessity for law enforcement to uphold fairness and integrity, ensuring that all individuals receive equal treatment under the law, regardless of their background or identity.
Themes
JusticeFairnessLaw EnforcementImpartialityEquality
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in discussions about criminal justice reform.
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