Laws: We know what they are, and what they are worth! They are spider webs for the rich and mighty, steel chains for the poor and weak, fishing nets in the hands of government.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Laws are described as tools that trap the poor while protecting the wealthy and government.
- In plain terms
- Laws catch the poor but let the rich escape.
- What can you take from it?
- Laws often protect the powerful more than the weak.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who benefits most from laws?
- Can law be neutral?
Another view
Some laws protect basic rights universally.
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