Anyone who thinks they have a monopoly on truth, and there is only one way to see the world, always gets us into trouble.
Charles SchumerRead
I respect people who feel things passionately. I do. But when someone is a judge, that is not what they should bring to the bench. It is not really passion, except in rare instances, that serves the bench well. It is, rather, an ability to understand the law and follow it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Judges should prioritize understanding and following the law over personal passion.
In this quote, Charles Schumer emphasizes the importance of impartiality and objectivity in the judicial role. While he acknowledges that passion can be a valuable trait in individuals, he insists that judges must rely on their legal knowledge and adherence to the law rather than emotional involvement in their decisions, suggesting that justice is best served through reasoned judgment rather than fervent feeling.
Themes
JudiciaryLawPassionImpartialityJustice
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the role of judges in maintaining fairness.
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