Quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes

It cannot be helped, it is as it should be, that the law is behind the times.

It cannot be helped, it is as it should be, that the law is

Summary

This quote suggests that the law often lags behind societal progress and changes. It implies that it is natural for the law to be outdated or inadequate in addressing current issues or needs. The quote implies a sense of resignation, accepting that the law may not always keep up with the pace of societal evolution, perhaps due to bureaucratic complexities or resistance to change. It suggests that while this is unfortunate, it is an inevitable aspect of legal systems.

By Oliver Wendell Holmes

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