If freedom makes social progress possible, so social progress strengthens and enlarges freedom. The two are inseparable partners in the great adventure of humanity.
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Courage is the most important attribute of a lawyer. It is more important than competence or vision. It can never be an elective in any law school. It can never be de-limited, dated or outworn, and it should pervade the heart, the halls of justice and the chambers of the mind.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Courage is essential for a lawyer, surpassing skills and foresight.
This quote emphasizes the paramount importance of courage in the legal profession, asserting that it is a fundamental quality that cannot be taught or limited. Robert Kennedy highlights that, unlike knowledge and vision, courage must be an inherent trait that drives a lawyer's actions and decisions, inspiring them to uphold justice through any challenge they face.
Themes
CourageLawyerJusticeProfessionIntegrity
In practice
Example use cases
During a legal seminar discussing the essential qualities of effective attorneys.
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