Quote by William Howard Taft
It is important, of course, that controversies be settled right, but there are many civil questions which arise between individuals in which it is not so important the controversy be settled one way or another as that it be settled. Of course a settlement of a controversy on a fundamentally wrong principle of law is greatly to be deplored, but there must of necessity be many rules governing the relations between members of the same society that are more important in that their establishment creates a known rule of action than that they proceed on one principle or another. Delay works always for the man with the longest purse.
Summary
This quote highlights the importance of reaching a resolution or settlement in civil disputes, even if the underlying principle of law may be debatable. It emphasizes the practical necessity of having clear rules and guidelines for the members of a society to follow, as the establishment of these rules provides a known framework for action. The quote also suggests that a prolonged delay in resolving a dispute can often favor the party with greater financial resources. While settling controversies correctly is essential, this quote acknowledges the significance of simply achieving a resolution.
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