I don't share the view that the ICC is anti-African. The ICC is not putting Africa on trial. The ICC is fighting impunity and individuals who are accused of crimes.
Kofi AnnanRead
Fill the seats of justice with good men, not so absolute in goodness as to forget what human frailty is.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Justice requires good people who understand human imperfection.
This quote emphasizes the importance of having individuals in positions of authority who are virtuous yet realistic about human flaws. It suggests that an overly rigid sense of goodness can lead to a lack of empathy and understanding towards the complexities of human nature, which is essential in the pursuit of true justice.
Themes
JusticeGoodnessHuman FrailtyEmpathyAuthority
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion on the legal system, this quote can highlight the need for compassionate judges.
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