Quote by Linda Blandford

Justice is a concept. Muscle is the reality.

Justice is a concept. Muscle is the reality.

Summary

This quote suggests that while justice is an abstract idea, muscle power and physical strength are what truly determine outcomes in the real world. It implies that, despite the ideals of fairness and equality, those who possess physical strength or the ability to exert force are the ones who can ultimately shape or enforce justice. It highlights the often harsh reality that power dynamics and physical strength can overpower the idealized notion of justice, undermining the idea that justice should prevail solely based on ethical principles.

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By Linda Blandford

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