Quote by Henry Ward Beecher

Any law that takes hold of a mans daily life cannot prevail in a community, unless the vast majority of the community are actively in favor of it. The laws that are the most operative are the laws which protect life.

Any law that takes hold of a mans daily life cannot prevail

Summary

This quote suggests that for a law to have a significant impact on a community, it must be supported and embraced by the majority. Laws that shape people's daily lives can only be effective if the community actively approves of them. Furthermore, the quote emphasizes the importance of laws that prioritize preserving life, implying that laws aimed at protecting and safeguarding individuals and their well-being hold the most power in a society.

By Henry Ward Beecher

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