It is a socialist idea that making profits is a vice; I consider the real vice is making losses.
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There is scarcely anything more important in the government of men than the exact - I will ever say pedantic - observance of the regular forms by which the guilt or innocence of accused persons is determined.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of strict adherence to legal procedures in determining guilt or innocence.
Winston Churchill underscores the critical role that established legal processes play in maintaining justice within governance. He refers to the meticulous observance of these procedures as essential, indicating that without them, the fairness of judicial outcomes cannot be guaranteed. The reference to being 'pedantic' suggests that even rigorous attention to detail is necessary for upholding justice and safeguarding human rights within society.
Themes
JusticeLawGuiltInnocenceGovernment
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech on legal reform, one might quote Churchill to highlight the importance of fair trial processes.
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