Evangelical Christianity, as everyone knows, is founded upon hate, as the Christianity of Christ was founded upon love.
H. L. MenckenRead
I know we can't abolish prejudice through laws, but we can set up guidelines for our actions by legislation.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Laws alone cannot eliminate prejudice, but they can guide our behavior towards a more equitable society.
Belva Ann Lockwood emphasizes that while legislation may not be able to eradicate deep-seated prejudices, it can nevertheless provide a framework that encourages just and fair actions. Laws can play a crucial role in guiding societal behavior and striving towards a more inclusive environment, serving as tools that promote respect and equality among individuals.
Themes
PrejudiceLegislationGuidelinesJusticeEquality
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about social reform, one might say, 'As Belva Ann Lockwood noted, we can't abolish prejudice through laws, but we can set up guidelines for our actions by legislation.'
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