Quote by Laurie Anderson

When love is gone, there's always justice. And when justice is gone, there's always force. And when force is gone, there's always Mom. Hi, Mom!

When love is gone, there's always justice. And when justice

Summary

This quote highlights the cascading hierarchy of human responses when faced with the loss of certain ideals or values. Love is portrayed as the primary emotion to maintain harmony, followed by justice as a means to restore balance in society. However, if justice fails, force becomes the primary recourse. In the absence of force, the quote humorously suggests that the universal figure of comfort and protection remains: a mother, symbolizing unconditional care and support. It playfully acknowledges the enduring presence of maternal love as a profound force that can fill voids in challenging times.

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By Laurie Anderson

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