Quote by Quentin Crisp

The law is simply expediency wearing a long white dress.

The law is simply expediency wearing a long white dress.

Summary

This quote implies that the law is merely a tool used for convenience and practicality rather than being rooted in absolute truth or morality. By describing it as "expediency wearing a long white dress," it suggests that the law may appear to be just and fair on the surface, but in reality, it is driven primarily by pragmatic considerations and the desire to achieve desirable outcomes efficiently. This perspective challenges the idealistic notion that the law is purely guided by principles of justice and equality, highlighting its inherent subjectivity and susceptibility to manipulation.

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