It is better that ten guilty persons escape than one innocent suffer.
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The public good is in nothing more essentially interested, than in the protection of every individual's private rights.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The protection of individual rights is crucial for the public good.
This quote by William Blackstone emphasizes the importance of safeguarding individual rights as a fundamental aspect of ensuring the welfare of society as a whole. It suggests that a just society must prioritize the protection of private rights, as this creates a foundation for peace, order, and collective well-being.
Themes
Public GoodIndividual RightsProtectionJusticeSociety
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about the importance of civil liberties.
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