Quote by Suzanne Lafollette

Most people, no doubt, when they espouse human rights, make their own mental reservations about the proper application of the word human.

Most people, no doubt, when they espouse human rights, make

Summary

This quote suggests that despite people expressing support for human rights, they often have personal biases or limitations when it comes to determining who should be included in the term "human." It implies that individuals may restrict the definition of "human" to exclude certain groups based on their own beliefs, prejudices, or interests. Essentially, the quote implies that people may selectively apply the concept of human rights to serve their own agendas.

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Humanity

By Suzanne Lafollette

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