Quote by Vaclav Havel

The law is only one of several imperfect and more or less external ways of defending what is better in life against what is worse. By itself, the law can never create anything better. Establishing respect for the law does not automatically ensure a better life for that, after all, is a job for people and not for laws and institutions.

The law is only one of several imperfect and more or less ex

Summary

This quote suggests that although the law plays a role in protecting what is good in society from what is harmful, it is not the sole solution. The law is imperfect and external in its nature, meaning it is limited in its ability to bring about positive change. Simply obeying the law does not guarantee a better life because that responsibility falls on individuals, not just laws and institutions. People's actions and efforts are key in creating a better society, and the law is just one tool amongst many in that pursuit.

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By Vaclav Havel

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