The only way to eliminate any government choice on what art is worthwhile, what art isn't worthwhile, is to get the government totally out of the business of funding.
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There is nothing new in the realization that the Constitution sometimes insulates the criminality of a few in order to protect the privacy of us all.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects on the balance between individual privacy and the potential misuse of constitutional protections.
Antonin Scalia's quote highlights the complex nature of the Constitution where its provisions may sometimes shield wrongdoers to safeguard the privacy rights of the broader populace. This tension invites a deeper discussion on the implications of legal protections, privacy, and the potential cost of such a system in terms of justice and accountability.
Themes
ConstitutionPrivacyCriminalityLawBalance
In practice
Example use cases
During a lecture on constitutional law, one might quote Scalia to discuss the implications of privacy rights.
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